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Apr 30, 2026
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ER nightmare: Users overdosing on toxic drug supply turn violent, putting doctors, patients at risk
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ER nightmare: Users overdosing on toxic drug supply can turn violent, putting doctors, patients at risk
'In the withdrawal state, they’re thrashing, they're throwing punches, they’re yelling and it can be very scary for the team' and other patients
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By Sharon Kirkey
Published Apr 30, 2026
Last updated Apr 30, 2026
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