Allegheny County Wastewater Tests Reveal Fentanyl, Xylazine, and More

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Allegheny County Wastewater Tests Reveal Fentanyl, Xylazine, and More
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Allegheny County is using wastewater testing to track the presence of drugs like fentanyl, xylazine, and others, providing public health officials with valuable data to respond to evolving drug trends and inform funding and treatment strategies. The testing, conducted by Biobot Analytics, offers an additional layer of insight alongside other data sources, helping to address the complex and changing drug supply in the region.

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