White House Announces $2 Billion In Grants To Fight The Opioid Crisis

The video discusses nearly $2 billion in grants allocated to states and local governments to combat the opioid crisis. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is providing $932 million for treatment, recovery, and prevention. Additionally, the CDC is receiving $900 million over three years to help track overdose data. The video highlights a 5% decrease in drug overdose deaths from 2017 to 2018, marking the first decline in two decades, but emphasizes the need for continued efforts to prevent addiction.

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