EMS: New sedative causes dangerous trend in overdoses around one Massachusetts city

A local first responder is warning about a new drug, mostly seen combined with fentanyl, that is contributing to a dangerous trend in opioid-related overdoses in the Worcester area.Brian Rettger, who works for Worcester Emergency Medical Services at UMass Memorial Healthcare, told Boston.com he’s seen a “significant spike” in opioid-related overdoses from late July into August around Worcester.
- PUB DATE: 8/14/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Boston.com