Opioid Use Increases Risk of Fatality in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Research finds driving under the influence of opioids increases the risk for fatal crashes.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Open Payments Will Diminish Trust in U.S. Doctors, Study Says
A new study suggests that increased public awareness of the Open Payments system will diminish patient trust.
DOJ Arrests Several Physicians and Others in Crisis Crackdown
The Justice Department makes several arrests in the Trump Administration’s crackdown on industry professionals responsible for the opioid crisis.
Sacklers Want Everyone to Believe Addicts are the Real Problem
Another Sackler email proves the family wants to deflect attention away from its involvement in the opioid crisis.
Cannabis and Opioid Co-use May Cause More Harm Than Good
Supplementing prescription pain medication with medical marijuana is not an effective management strategy, survey shows.
Drug Middlemen are Responsible for Expensive Out-of-pocket Pricing
Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are being held accountable to skyrocketing drug prices.
Drug Court Allow Participants to Stay if They Wish
East Lansing’s drug court is structured to promote sustainable recovery.
Early Physician Ally Will Serve as Witness Against Drug Manufacturers
A doctor who once advocated for the use of addictive medication to manage pain will serve as a plaintiffs’ witness against drug manufacturuers.
State Attorneys General Believe New Opioid Guidelines are Too Relaxed
The National Association of Attorneys General has sent a letter to the federal government indicating the report recently drafted is far too relaxed and deviates from CDC guidelines.
‘On-Q’ a Proposed Solution for Reducing Opioid Use After C-Sections
The On-Q Pain Relief System may be an effective pain management solution for new mothers hoping to avoid prolonged opioid use.