Summary: Since Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of OxyContin, agreed to close their company by paying $8 billion in compensation, several other investigations and legal battles
Summary: The prevalence of obesity is rising at an alarming rate. It is not just a behavioral disorder. It appears that changes in physical activity
In recent years doctors have been told to reduce the use of opioids for pain management as they are considered addictive painkillers. Instead, use other
Summary: Though opioids and NSAIDs are the most common painkillers used in those with chronic pain, they have their downsides. NSAIDs are only good for
Summary: Ketamine is an anesthetic and can also reduce pain sensation. However, its use to treat depression is new. Studies show that few ketamine infusions
Summary: Opioids are not prescribed in pregnancy. However, so many people are living with opioid use disorder (OUD). Thus, it is no surprise that many
Summary: Studies show that just about 40% of those who begin addiction treatment programs finish it. Moreover, treatment relapse rates are pretty high. It means
Summary: Drug or opioid addiction treatment is quite challenging, and even more challenging is preventing relapse. For decades researchers have focused on neurons and various
Summary: Despite declining opioid prescriptions, opioid overdose-related events are increasing. Buprenorphine is among the first and most effective drugs to treat opioid use disorder (OUD).
Summary: Doctors are more likely to prescribe opioids to those living with chronic pain. Thus, these are also people more likely to develop OUD. A
