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Despite Overdose Epidemic, Georgia Caps The Number Of Opioid Treatment Clinics

Methadone and similar drugs are legal synthetic opioids that are used to help block the cravings and withdrawal symptoms of people trying to wean themselves off prescription painkillers or heroin. (Michell Eloy/WABE)
Methadone and similar drugs are legal synthetic opioids that are used to help block the cravings and withdrawal symptoms of people trying to wean themselves off prescription painkillers or heroin. (Michell Eloy/WABE)

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