Mental Health Sufferers Are More Likely To Abuse Opiates…
Did you know that those diagnosed with a mental illness are three times more likely to abuse opioids? Around 8.6% of people with mental health issues abuse opioids, as appose to only 3% of people without abusing them.
12. Detroit, MI
Detroit, Michigan has an estimated population of 673,104 people, according to the census that was taken in 2017.
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It is also a US city which is known for having a higher than average drug addiction rate. Figures have shown that 487 people lost their lives last year after overdosing on opiates.
11. Manchester, NH
The New Hampshire city of Manchester is home to The Currier Museum of Art, but unfortunately instead of marvelling at impressive works from all over the world, it seems residents here would rather get high.
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Per 100,000 people it is estimated that 27.9 people will die as a direct result of opioid abuse.
10. Toledo, OH
Toledo, Ohio has a population of 276,491 people and per 100,000 people it is expected that 28 will die as a result of opioid abuse.
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