Franklin County Unveils New Plan to Combat Overdoses

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WTVN)--With central Ohio now leading the state in drug overdoses, Franklin County health officials have unveiled a plan to combat the problem.

Leaders from Columbus and Franklin County hop to reduce the number of overdoses and overdose deaths this year by 15%, along with reducing the spread of blood-borne diseases, like hepatitis C.

The plan also wants to make sure that everyone has access to care, treatment and recovery support.

Officials say while drug addiction isnā€™t something that can be cured overnight, they are committed to doing everything they can so thereā€™s a brighter future for all Ohioans.

Recent reports showed a nine percent increase in overdose deaths in just the first nine months of 2019 compared to all 12 months of 2018.

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