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Homeless Deaths Decrease, But Opioid Overdoses Persist

Homeless Deaths Decrease, But Opioid Overdoses Persist

Update: 2025-12-20
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Multnomah Countys Domicile Unknown report reveals a significant decrease in homeless deaths in 2024, with 372 fatalities, primarily due to drug overdoses. The report highlights the alarming risk of overdose deaths among unhoused individuals, who are 40 times more likely to die from drug-related causes. It also underscores the need for stable housing and improved access to healthcare to prevent such tragedies.

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Homeless Deaths Decrease, But Opioid Overdoses Persist

Homeless Deaths Decrease, But Opioid Overdoses Persist