"Portugal's Approach to Drug Overdose: A Potential Solution?"

Portugal's approach to drug addiction, treating it as an illness rather than a crime, has led to extremely rare overdose deaths in the country. The nation has decriminalized small amounts of drugs and publicly funds addiction services, including supervised drug consumption sites. This model contrasts sharply with the U.S. approach to the opioid crisis, and some are considering whether adopting aspects of Portugal's strategy could help combat the epidemic.