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1 What is fentanyl and what are the effects of fentanyl on the body?
2 Are there any medical uses of fentanyl?
3 How long does fentanyl stay in the system?
4 What happens if you mix fentanyl with other drugs?
5 Can you overdose on fentanyl?
6 Can you become addicted to fentanyl after using it for the first time?
7 What are treatment options for people with opioid use disorder?
8 What are harm reduction strategies for people who use fentanyl?
9 What are drug policies to help people who use fentanyl to be safer?

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