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Chemists Likely Found A Way To Make Opioids Less Addictive
Summary: Opioid addiction is a significant health threat. However, not all opioids are equally addictive. It means that making changes to the chemical structures…
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Alcohol-related deaths increasing – the study confirms
Summary: More than 85% of US adults report drinking alcohol, and data suggests that about 25% of the population engages in binge drinking. Additionally,…
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Increased use of telehealth for opioid use disorder (OUD) during covid-19 is associated with lower overdose events
Summary: Those living with opioid use disorder are generally hesitant to seek medical help. However, covid-19 epidemic has only made things worse. Thus, policymakers…
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The Justice Department Alleges That Walmart Contributed To The Opioid Crisis
Summary: Since Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, agreed to close their company by paying $8 billion in compensation, several other investigations and legal…
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Get Opioid Use Disorder (Oud) Treatment Without Leaving The Privacy Of Your Home
Summary: Opioid crisis and opiate abuse have only worsened in recent years, despite declining rates of opioid prescription. It is no secret that many…
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Increased psychotropics use in Knee Replacement (TKA) patients increases opioid use
Summary: TKA is a major surgical intervention requiring prolonged use of painkillers post-surgery. Additionally, doctors also need to use anxiolytics and antidepressants to manage…
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Being sober is the new high
Summary: Alcohol consumption is socially accepted; in many cultures, it is even a sign of adulthood. However, many people start drinking alcohol excessively. It…
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Doctors Exploring The Use Of Psychedelics In Fibromyalgia Treatment
Summary: Fibromyalgia is a common chronic disorder causing body aches, fatigue, tenderness in various body parts, depression, sleep disorders, and more. The condition is…
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Vaping may cause increased inflammation of the brain, heart, lungs, and colon
Summary: Vaping was promoted as a safe alternative to tobacco smoking. However, experience shows that it is far from true. Vaping has its own…
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Adverse Conditions In Early Childhood May Cause Changes In Non-neuronal Brain Cells, Thus Increasing The Risk Of Mental Health Disorders
Summary: Understanding mental health disorder risk and pathogenesis is complex. New studies show that adverse childhood experiences may also increase the risk of mental…