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96. A report indicates a sharp increase in overdose deaths in a specific urban neighborhood. What is the urgent epidemiological action?

A. Increase law enforcement presence in the neighborhood.
B. Conduct a rapid epidemiological investigation to identify the substances involved, common sources, and affected demographics.
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C. Blame the individuals for drug use.
D. Wait for the number of deaths to stabilize.

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  • Increase law enforcement presence in the neighborhood.
  • Conduct a rapid epidemiological investigation to identify the substances involved, common sources, and affected demographics.
  • Blame the individuals for drug use.
  • Wait for the number of deaths to stabilize.

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