Amid social distancing, authorities nationwide are reporting an uptick in fatal opioid overdoses. Addiction and recovery advocates say the U.S. is now battling two epidemics at once.

NEW: Amid social distancing, authorities nationwide are reporting an uptick in fatal opioid overdoses.

Addiction and recovery advocates say the U.S. is now battling two epidemics at once. https://t.co/cBi14LFlGS

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