Montana Town Votes to Ban Vaping Products
Missoula City Council bans vaping products despite significant backlash.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Bill Seeks to Allow Drug Companies to Forgo Dog Testing
New legislation has been introduced to allow pharmaceutical businesses to choose alternatives to testing on dogs.
Records Show McKinsey Formulated Purdue’s OxyContin Campaign
McKinsey & Company suggests Purdue offer rebates for OxyContin overdoses.
Purdue Advised to Pay Insurer Rebates Amid Opioid Crisis
More evidence points to Purdue trying to minimize the opioid crisis.
Judge Drain Approves Purdue, Sackler Settlement
Purdue settles suit with the Justice Department.
28 States Flagged for Increased Risk of Overdose Deaths
The Drug Helpline lists 28 states at high risk for a spike in overdose fatalities.
Combining Atypical Antipsychotics with Antidepressants can be Dangerous
Mixing antidepressants and antipsychotics can be dangerous, researchers warn.
Ring Leader of Opioid Dark Web Storefront Receives Life Sentence
Aaron Shamo, the self-proclaimed “white collar drug dealer,” gets life in prison.
25 AGs Unsatisfied with Purdue’s Proposed Settlement Draft Letter
Not all attorneys general are on board with Purdue Pharma’s proposed deal.
Pre-surgery Acupuncture Reduces Need for Post-procedure Opioids
Study finds receiving acupuncture before surgery reduces the need for addictive painkillers.