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Charted: Opioid deaths fall again
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Opioid overdose deaths fell in 2025 for the third straight year, newly released data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows.
- Non-fatal overdoses involving opioids also dropped 2% year-over-year.
Yes, but: Overall overdose deaths rose 3% — to 1,025 — due to an increase in fatalities involving stimulants.
- Deaths involving meth and similar drugs jumped 11%, while fatal cocaine overdoses increased by 6%.
The bottom line: Minnesotans struggling with substance abuse or mental health can text or call 988 for free, confidential support; or text their ZIP code to 898-211* for more information on recovery resources in their community.