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Opioids, COVID-19 And Racism: A Deadly Trifecta

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The Devastating Intersection of Opioid Crisis, COVID-19, and Racism

This chapter explores the surge in opioid overdoses in Cook County, focusing on the West Side of Chicago where Black residents are disproportionately affected. It highlights the systemic issues contributing to this crisis, including poverty and disinvestment, while addressing the broader intersection of opioids, COVID-19, and systemic racism.

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