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USGS reports about 2.3 million metric tons of lithium oxide in pegmatites across the eastern U.S., signaling a potential domestic supply.
Deposits are mainly under the Carolinas, with additional estimates beneath western Maine and New Hampshire.
Experts caution that refining, permits, and infrastructure will determine how fast production can scale.
The find could reduce reliance on China for batteries and related supply chains.
Claims suggest enough material to power hundreds of billions of cellphones and billions of laptops if recovered at scale.
The discovery is positioned within discussions on battery supply chains and national energy strategy.
US domestic efforts include government-backed funding and private investment in Appalachia.
Analysts emphasize that discovery alone does not guarantee immediate production.
The article notes that the finding has implications for the US battery industry and geopolitics.

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Hurricane Helene disrupted recovery support networks across western North Carolina, delaying in-person meetings and straining services.
Experts warn that disasters can trigger relapse and raise overdose risk due to disrupted care and housing instability.
Devon’s routine breakdown included online meetings, financial stress, and the risk of losing therapy access after Helene.
Local harm-reduction groups continued naloxone distribution and outreach to keep patients connected post-disaster.
The article notes a regional vulnerability: Appalachian counties faced higher acute risks due to poverty and limited healthcare access.
Residents faced financial strain, insurance disputes, and the need to refinance as they sought to rebuild after Helene.
Divorce and housing instability emerged as financial pressures intensified, further challenging recovery.
Communities observed a 'honeymoon phase' of social cohesion after the disaster, followed by trauma-related strain.
John Kennedy and Musicians for Overdose Prevention distributed naloxone and supported venues despite ongoing closures.
Experts warn that climate-linked disasters intensify existing inequities in healthcare access and recovery support.

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