Michigan’s Addiction Treatment Centers Forced to Reduce Capacity
Treatment centers are reducing capacity, leading to longer wait times for new admissions.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Mallinckrodt Faces Opioid Litigation Yet Again in New York
New York accuses Mallinckrodt of violating two state insurance laws in latest opioid case.
Studies Show Sacklers Marketed to Not-so-strict States
It was easier for Purdue to infiltrate states with less restrictive prescribing guidelines.
What Happens When an Epidemic and Pandemic Counteract Each Other?
The opioid epidemic’s policies may have to be revisited during the coronavirus pandemic.
opiAID Technology Would Eliminate Stigma, Promote Sobriety
New technology aims to reduce addiction stigma and motivate those who struggle to stay sober.
Walmart Will Not be Criminally Indicted for Prescribing Practices
Walmart’s civil battle continues, but the chain will not be criminally charged for opioid overprescribing.
DEA Okays Remote Opioid Prescribing During Virus Outbreak
DEA allows opioids to be prescribed remotely during COVID-19.
COVID-19 Social Distancing & Safe Supply in Canada
Opioid users depend on Canada’s safe supply programs. Will social distancing limit availability?
State AGs Don’t Want the Sacklers to Get Off Easy
The Sacklers should not be shielded amid bankruptcy, AGs argue.
COVID-19 and SUD an Especially Dangerous Combination
Substance abuse and the coronavirus can be an especially lethal combination.