Tag: opioid addiction
The Opioid Epidemic: Why the Fight Is Far From Over Despite Declining Overdose Deaths
In recent years, there has been a glimmer of hope in the battle against drug overdose deaths, particularly in parts of the U.S., where...
Mixed Results in Federally Funded Study on Opioid Overdose Prevention
A large, federally funded study focused on opioid overdose prevention has produced both promising and mixed results. The HEALing Communities Study, funded by the...
Understanding the Role of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder: Why Methadone Leads in Treatment Retention
Opioid use disorder (OUD) is one of the most pressing public health crises in the world today. The impact of opioid addiction is devastating,...
The Opioid Crisis: Progress, Strides, and Gaps in Access to Treatment
The opioid crisis continues to cast a long shadow over the United States, but recent data offers a glimmer of hope. Last month, the...
Acadia Healthcare’s Strategic Expansion: Strengthening its Position in the Opioid Treatment Landscape
Acadia Healthcare (Nasdaq: ACHC), the largest behavioral health provider in the United States, continues to execute its ambitious mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy, cementing...
The Opioid Crisis Among Young People
The opioid crisis has left a devastating mark on communities across the United States, particularly among young people. As the epidemic continues to unfold,...