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The committee reported that Yarmouth’s Board of Health approved a ban on the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of kratom and related unregulated intoxicating products. A presentation also reported that about 30% of cocaine and 20% of methamphetamine samples in Massachusetts tested positive for fentanyl.
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The kratom regulation is expected to remove the products from convenience-store shelves in Yarmouth, with little financial impact anticipated. Members reviewed emerging risks from fentanyl, xylazine, medetomidine, nitazenes, and contaminated stimulant supplies. The committee emphasized access to Narcan, test strips, safer-use supplies, treatment, and recovery services. A behavioral health provider reported treating about 35 people at its Hyannis site and is seeking additional local partnerships.
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