Chronic pain
As the opioid epidemic continues to impact millions, two leading pain specialists have released a comprehensive patient guide that moves beyond symptom management to address the root causes of persistent pain. Co-authored by Dr. Matthew Bennett and Dr. Sahar Swidan, "Mastering Chronic Pain: How Peak Resilience Unlocks Your Potential&
Marijuana
The study on Marijuana Laws, conducted by researchers at the University of Waterloo, aimed to explore the possible causes of rising drug and opioid overdoses in Toronto, Canada. The research found that overdose incidence increased substantially in recent years, with significant associations between overdose rates and socioeconomic and built-environment variables
Medical societies
Young people are increasingly turning to prescription opioids, with 21.8% of Ontario students reporting use in 2023, up from 12.7% in 2021. Healthcare professionals are sounding the alarm, urging provinces to bolster addiction treatment services and provide evidence-based care for youth with opioid use disorder. The crisis is
Opioid abuse
A recent study highlights the alarming growth in the prevalence of acute pain over the past two decades, driven primarily by an aging population, increased surgeries, and the rise of metabolic disease. The research underscores the need for innovative pain management strategies, given the risks associated with opioid use, including
Opioid abuse
Mikie Sherrill, a representative from New Jersey, held a press conference alongside recovery advocates and families of those affected by the opioid crisis to hold Jack Ciattarelli accountable for perpetuating and profiting from the deadly epidemic that has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of New Jerseyans. Ciattarelli made
Opioid abuse
Prince William County Department of Community Services Peer Support Specialists Kishawna Scarborough and Ashim Pandey recently found themselves in a situation where they had the chance to save a life. While participating in a Department of Community Services outreach initiative, distributing naloxone kits and providing information about available resources, they
Governors
The New Jersey Department of Human Services has announced the allocation of $10.85 million to support ongoing efforts to address the opioid crisis, bringing the total investments from the state's opioid settlement to over $130 million. The funding will be used to bolster services and address the
Governors
Governor Phil Murphy recently allocated $10.85 million from New Jersey's Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to support ongoing efforts to address the opioid crisis. This announcement comes as the state observes National Recovery Month in September, and its residents continue to grapple with the devastating impact of
Governors
As the United States continues to grapple with the opioid crisis, New Jersey has taken steps to address the issue through significant investments in recovery and remediation services. Governor Phil Murphy announced the allocation of $10.85 million from the Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to support various initiatives aimed
Governors
As Maine marks International Overdose Awareness Day, the state's governor, Janet Mills, has emphasized the need for continued commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic, despite a decline in overdose deaths. According to the latest data, fatal overdoses in Maine have fallen by more than 20 percent to 213
Opioid abuse
More than $1 billion in national opioid settlement funds have been obtained by Indiana, but not a single dollar has been allocated to support the children of addicts, who are struggling to navigate life without a healthy parent. The opioid crisis has left a staggering number of children without a
Opioid abuse
The British medical drama Malpractice is set to make a comeback, exploring new storylines and themes. Written by former NHS doctor Grace Ofori-Attah, the show delves into the world of psychiatry, timely and relevant to the current NHS climate. With a stellar cast, including Tom Hughes as Dr James Ford,
