Overdose deaths fell in 14 states. In N.J., they surged 35 percent

Overdose deaths fell in 14 states. In N.J., they surged 35 percent
suicide death man by overdosing on medication. Close up of hand with many pills on the floor. Drug addiction and social issue for teenager student and worker.

Overdose deaths continue to skyrocket in New Jersey even as other states appear to be getting a grip on the opioid crisis, according to the latest available data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For the 12-month period from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2017, 2,284 people died of an overdose…