Racism, Opioids And COVID-19: A Deadly Trifecta
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The Intersection of Opioid Crisis, COVID-19, and Systemic Racism
This chapter explores the rise in opioid-related deaths in Cook County, with a specific focus on the West Side of Chicago, where Black residents face disproportionate impacts. It examines the combined effects of opioid addiction, COVID-19, and systemic racism, highlighting the socio-economic challenges that exacerbate these public health issues.
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