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    Bronx BP Gibson on tackling the opioid crisis

    By Hazel SanchezDan MannarinoVeronica Rosario,

    8 days ago

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    THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – The opioid epidemic is taking a toll on the Bronx, with over 800 opioid-related deaths in 2022, according to the New York City Department of Health.

    There were at least 712 opioid deaths in the borough in the first quarter of 2023 alone, data showed.

    Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson talks about tackling the problem head-on on PIX11 Morning News.

    Watch the video player for more on this story.

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