Act Aims to Get Medicare on Board with Opioid Alternatives
The Non-Opioids Prevent Addiction in the Nation Act aims to get Medicare to cover safe pain alternatives.
Drugs & Medical Devices
HHS Rolls Out New COVID-19 Database to Replace CDC’s System
The HHS has rolled out a new coronavirus tracking database meant to replace the CDC’s system.
Pennsylvania County Files Civil Suit Against Opioid Companies
Chester County, Pennsylvania files a lawsuit against opioid manufacturers and distributors.
Alabama Moves to Ban Tianeptine, an Opioid-like Antidepressant
Alabama plans to ban an antidepressant commonly sold at convenience stores and online because of its opioid-like effects.
NY Announces Additional Addiction Treatment Cuts Amid COVID-19
New York’s addiction treatment centers are forced to take additional budget cuts during the pandemic.
Investigation Reveals Physicians, Dentists Still Overprescribe Opioids
Despite widespread knowledge regarding the dangers of overprescribing addictive meds, it’s still happening.
CDC Reports Mothers are Misusing Opioids During Pregnancy
Researchers report that mothers are admitting to misusing opioids during pregnant, which is harmful to both the mother and developing child.
Mass. Skilled Nursing Facilities Openly Refused Addiction Patients
Report finds Massachusetts’ skilled nursing facilities and rehab centers openly discriminated against addiction patients.
Attorneys Ask that Purdue Seek Political Contribution Permission
OxyContin manufacturer should be required to ask for judge’s permission before making political contributions, creditors contend.
Virginia Devastated by Opioid Epidemic & COVID Pandemic
Virginia is facing an unprecedented crisis as the coronavirus compounds its opioid issue.