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Tracing how social and economic life in Colorado communities affects mental health
While our collective attention and anxiety remain fixated on the presidential election outcome, most of Colorado’s results are in — and this formerly “purple state” appears to be a deep shade of aquamarine, its official gemstone.
Early data from 2020 suggest that more Coloradans have died due to a drug overdose this year than in any recent year.
CHI’s most up-to-date graphics show drug overdoses in Colorado through 2019
Program cuts and obstacles to access mean more who need substance use treatment may go without services.
In 2019, 15.3 percent of Coloradans reported poor mental health, compared with 11.8 percent in 2017. The increase could signal worsening mental health — and an increased willingness to talk about it.
CHI’s most up-to-date graphics show drug overdoses in Colorado through 2018