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Hennepin County Tackles Opioid Crisis with Strategic Partnership

7/17/2025

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In 2023, Hennepin County grappled with a staggering 10,000 opioid-related emergency visits and 373 tragic deaths. In response, the county joined forces with Carlson Consulting Enterprise, enlisting MBA students to bolster local opioid response strategies. This initiative emphasizes harm reduction, financial sustainability, and community education, aiming to strengthen support for those impacted by this crisis.

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Story summary

In 2023, Hennepin County grappled with a staggering 10,000 opioid-related emergency visits and 373 tragic deaths. In response, the county joined forces with Carlson Consulting Enterprise, enlisting MBA students to bolster local opioid response strategies. This initiative emphasizes harm reduction, financial sustainability, and community education, aiming to strengthen support for those impacted by this crisis.