A court hearing meant to finalize a massive fine against a big drug company got postponed after families showed up asking for their voices to be heard. The company, accused of making painkillers too easy to get, was set to pay up but now has one more week before the judge decides. The delay came bec
In Windsor, Ontario, a heated discussion unfolded over whether police should carry naloxone. This drug can save lives during opioid overdoses. The city took its time to make a decision. Other places in Canada acted faster. This delay raised questions about who is seen as valuable in society. The de
Boston is facing a serious opioid problem. Many people think the city's leaders aren't doing enough to fix it. A recent poll showed that most people who read the Herald newspaper agree. Out of 156 people who answered, 81. 4% said officials haven't done enough. Only 5% thought the city was handling i
The opioid crisis is not just about those who use these drugs. It also affects families and communities. One way to fight this problem is by tracking prescriptions more strictly. This can help reduce domestic violence, especially against women. Strict rules on tracking prescriptions have been put i
In many parts of the US, there are people living on the streets. Many of them are struggling with opioid addiction. This has led to the formation of unauthorized camps in various communities. These camps are a big challenge. They raise questions about how to best support these individuals. Some pla
The opioid crisis has been a long and devastating battle. Now, a significant step has been taken to address it. All 50 states, along with Washington, D. C. , and four U. S. territories, have agreed to a $7. 4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. This deal aims to resolve ong
A gathering at Viterbo University aims to tackle the opioid crisis head-on. This is the second year for the RESPOND Together summit, a platform for providers to share insights and strategies. The summit's goal is to educate and improve services for those battling substance and opioid use disorders.
Imagine a drug that could save tens of thousands of lives each year. Buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid addiction, has been around for over 20 years, but it's not being used as widely as it should be. In 2023, over 105, 000 people died from overdoses, with most of these deaths linked t
In a significant move towards addressing the opioid crisis, Purdue Pharma and members of the Sackler family have agreed to shell out up to $7. 4 billion. This deal comes after the Supreme Court rejected an earlier settlement. The Sacklers will contribute as much as $6. 5 billion and also relinquish
You might think the opioid crisis is old news, thanks to all the chatter in the media. But have you ever wondered how this serious issue is shown on TikTok, one of today's hottest video platforms? Not much research has been done on this, so let's dive in! TikTok is huge, with millions of users crea
