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Argentina's Fentanyl Crisis: 96 Deaths Linked to Contamination

8/15/2025

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Argentina reports 96 deaths from contaminated medical-use fentanyl, with 87 confirmed and nine under investigation.
The tainted fentanyl, associated with HLB Pharma, led to severe bacterial infections.
Investigators are scrutinizing the manufacturing process, naming 24 suspects and freezing assets.
This opioid is notably more potent than morphine.

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Story summary

Argentina reports 96 deaths from contaminated medical-use fentanyl, with 87 confirmed and nine under investigation.
The tainted fentanyl, associated with HLB Pharma, led to severe bacterial infections.
Investigators are scrutinizing the manufacturing process, naming 24 suspects and freezing assets.
This opioid is notably more potent than morphine.