# South Carolina Overdose Deaths Decline | Charleston News

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Podcast: [Charleston News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7463313)
Published: 2026-07-11T00:27:42+00:00
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South Carolina’s overdose death rate is on a historic downward trend—down 31% in just one year, saving nearly 500 lives—with two straight years of decline for the first time in over a decade. Key drivers include expanded access to Narcan, public awareness campaigns, and prevention efforts. Yet, the crisis persists, especially among 35-44-year-olds, with high-fatality counties like Charleston, Greenville, and Horry still struggling. Health leaders urge sustained investment in harm reduction, stigma reduction, and accessible treatment to keep momentum going—because every life lost is a community tragedy, and the fight isn’t over. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fa494cecab84b273

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