Deaths of Despair and Decreasing Life Expectancy in the US

The video discusses the rise of deaths of despair, including drug overdoses and suicides, and their impact on US life expectancy. It highlights the opioid crisis, particularly the role of synthetic opioids, and examines economic and racial factors contributing to these deaths. The video also explores the link between opioid use and suicide, and suggests solutions such as improving healthcare access, supporting affected communities, and revising opioid prescribing practices.

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