Fentanyl Overdoses on the Rise in Las Vegas
Despite a national drop in overdose deaths, Nevada continues to experience an uptick, with 802 drug overdoses in Clark County last year, over 400 of which were attributed to fentanyl.
The synthetic opioid remains the leading cause of fatal overdoses, with fentanyl-involved deaths surging 699.8% in the last six years, according to the Southern Nevada Health District.
While most states saw a near 27% drop in overdose deaths in 2024, Nevada remained one of the top states still experiencing an uptick.
- 802 drug overdoses in Clark County last year
- Over 400 attributed to fentanyl
- 699.8% surge in fentanyl-involved deaths in the last six years
Authors summary: Fentanyl overdoses rise in Las Vegas despite national drop.