Tag: opioid epidemic
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...
Substance Use Disorder Providers Could Get a New Boost in Funding
Opioid manufacturers, distributors, and other entities involved with the opioid epidemic will pay $56 billion over the next 10 to 20 years for their...
CMMI’s New Models Aim to Address the Opioid Epidemic: The Maternal Opioid Misuse (MOM) and Integrated Care for Kids (InCK) Models
The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities across the United States, affecting individuals of all ages and demographics. For pregnant women and children, the...
President Donald Trump’s $100,000 Donation to Fight the Opioid Crisis: A Closer Look
In a notable gesture, President Donald Trump has donated his third-quarter salary to aid the ongoing battle against the national opioid epidemic. According to...
The Addiction Policy Forum’s Financial Troubles and the Opioid Epidemic: A Closer Look at the Impact of Losing Its Biggest Donor
The Addiction Policy Forum, a nonprofit dedicated to tackling the opioid addiction crisis, is facing a significant blow to its financial backing. The forum,...
NIH’s New Research Roadmap to Combat the Opioid Crisis: Key Recommendations for Fighting the Epidemic
The opioid epidemic has caused widespread devastation across the United States, with millions of lives impacted by addiction, overdose, and death. In response to...