Background The opioid crisis in the United States of America has been worsening due to previous sharp increases in opioid prescriptions and a lack of resources available to those affected. Emergency departments (ED) across the nation have been exhausted with a constant influx of patients related to opioid-related issues. Because of limited resources, it is crucial to efficiently distribute rehabilitation and mental wellness efforts amongst those most susceptible to opioid abuse.
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