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Original post: Newswise - Substance Abuse Mapping the Shifting Opioid Epidemic to Aid Public Health Efforts
A new study led by Tufts researchers pools data and expertise from EMS, public health officials, and academics to analyze and map opioid-related incidents in Lowell, Mass. The study identifies areas with the highest risk of overdose and supports efforts for targeted public health interventions.