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Shocking number of 8th graders don’t think fentanyl is dangerous — even though it’s a leading cause of death: study
A study reveals that many American 8th graders perceive fentanyl as not dangerous, despite it being the third leading cause of child deaths. The drug's risks remain underestimated by this age group.
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