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July is the worst month for drug overdose deaths. Is heat to blame?



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July 29, 2025

  • Official drug overdose deaths in L.A. increase in the summer

  • But public health officials acknowledge that heat-related deaths are probably being undercounted

  • The problem is only going to worsen as temperatures rise globally





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