Dramatic increase in deaths from unintentional drug overdoses

OxyContin (Oxycodone) pills and container

OxyContin (Oxycodone) pills and container Source: AAP

The number of Australians dying from unintentional drug overdoses has increased dramatically in the last ten years, according to a new report.


Australia's Annual Overdose report finding people are as likely to overdose from illegal drugs as they are legal.


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