opioid crisis
Ice-T is using his platform to raise awareness about the fentanyl crisis in the new A&E documentary Fame and Fentanyl. The hip-hop legend and Law & Order: SVU star will host and executive produce the special, which examines the opioid epidemic’s devastating effects on families, celebrities, and communities. The film highlights the work of special […]
Monroe County will host three pharmaceutical waste collection events in 2025 in partnership with Wegmans and the Sheriff’s Office. The program aims to prevent environmental contamination and reduce access to unused medications amid the opioid crisis. Residents can dispose of pills, syringes, inhalers, and more at designated Wegmans locations in May, July, and September. Additional […]
Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family have agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits related to the opioid crisis, marking a significant chapter in the legal battle over OxyContin’s role in the epidemic. The settlement, announced on January 24, includes $6.5 billion from the Sacklers and nearly $900 million from Purdue Pharma. This […]
A study by UT Health San Antonio has shown that a smartphone app, used alongside medication, significantly reduces opioid use and helps retain patients in treatment. The research involved 600 underserved patients, demonstrating a 35% reduction in opioid use for those who used the app with their medication compared to medication alone. The app, developed […]
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