Virginia – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Virginia has reduced fentanyl-related overdose deaths by 44% over the past year, marking the largest decline in the U.S.
The state’s success is attributed to a comprehensive approach, including tougher drug laws, public education, and naloxone distribution. Youngkin credited the progress to initiatives like Operation FREE, which disrupted drug trafficking, and the It Only Takes One campaign, aimed at raising fentanyl awareness.
As part of the Right Help, Right Now program, over 400,000 naloxone doses have been distributed, and nearly 100,000 Virginians trained to use it. The Governor expressed gratitude to law enforcement, advocacy groups, and those in recovery for their contributions to saving lives.
