Contingency Management Test To Pay Drug Users In California
Although a related bill was vetoed, a California funded contingency management pilot program will pay drug users to stay sober.
Article Category: Legal
Pharmacies Stand Trial Over Opioid Crisis
Four major American pharmacies are now on trial for their role in the Opioid epidemic; 2 Ohio counties have brought a lawsuit.
Pfizer’s Lyrica Causing Outcry
Lyrica, an addictive drug manufactured by Pfizer, contributes to breathing difficulty and suicide and is being abused by many.
Antipsychotic Drugs Overprescribed In Nursing Homes
Antipsychotic drugs are potent. Too often, they're prescribed to seniors on the basis of dubious diagnoses for the benefit of nursing homes.
Sackler Family Granted Immunity From Opioid Lawsuits
A federal judge has ruled that members of the Sackler family are immune from lawsuits, despite their role in the ongoing Opioid crisis.
Taliban Could Affect Afghanistan’s Opium Production
The direct benefits the Taliban receives from Afghanistan's opium production raises concerns about the future of the Opioid crisis.
Biden Calls For Cheaper Prescription Drugs
President Joe Biden has told Congress to work to lower prices for prescription drugs, a goal shared by most Americans of both parties.
Johnson & Johnson To Pay $26 Billion In Opioid Settlement
A $26 billion settlement with Johnson and Johnson and three other large drug distributors has been declared in response to Opioid lawsuits.
The Increasing Popularity Of Delta 8 Raises Concerns
Although Delta-8 is legal in most states, a lack of research and regulation is causing experts to be concerned about use of the substance.
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