Michigan Set to Receive More Opioid Funds
Michigan to receive millions more from opioid settlements amid funding concerns.
Opioid Drugs
Texas Researchers Develop Long-Acting Overdose Drug
A new drug may block overdoses and reduce relapse in opioid users.
Purdue Pharma, Sacklers Reaches $7.4B Settlement Agreement
States secure major payout to address opioid addiction, treatment, and prevention efforts.
Virginia Doctor Sentenced for Deadly Opioid Scheme
Virginia doctor sentenced for overprescribing opioids linked to seven overdose deaths.
Maryland Bill Targets Fatal Drug Sales
State legislators seek to charge drug dealers with murder for overdoses resulting in death.
Study Reveals Relationship Between Opioids & Anorexia Nervosa
Researchers uncover the neurotransmitter system’s role in fueling this eating disorder.
Former McKinsey Partner Admits to Destroying Evidence
Martin Elling pleads guilty to destroying evidence in McKinsey’s opioid case.
Study: Test Identifies Susceptibility to Opioid Use Disorder
Genetic test for opioid use disorder shows inaccuracies, raising concerns about reliability.
Ohio Supreme Court Overturns $650 Million Opioid Settlement
Ohio court overturns opioid settlement, citing law limiting public nuisance claims.
CVS Accused in Government Opioid Crisis Lawsuit
The DOJ has accused CVS of enabling the opioid crisis through unsafe practices.