The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the allocation of over $1.5 billion in grants aimed at combating opioid addiction. These funds will be distributed to states and tribal communities through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The initiative is focused on several key areas, including prevention of opioid use, provision of overdose reversal medications, and support for treatment and recovery.
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