Epidiolex Becomes First FDA Approved Marijuana-Based Drug Available in the U.S.
Back in June, the FDA approved Epidiolex as the first marijuana-based medication in the United States. As of November, it is available across the U.S.
Legislation
Opioid Package Passed by Senate, 98-1 Bipartisan Vote
On October 3rd, 2018, the Senate passed an opioid package that contained several bills that have all faced contention in the past.
News: Politicians Leading the Fight Against Addiction
In October 2017, President Trump declared the Opioid Crisis a “Public Health Emergency,” but he is not the only politician who has decided to use the influence of public office to take action to fight against addiction. Within the last several weeks, several other prominent politicians have taken action of their own.
President Obama Launches Heroin and Opioid Awareness Week
Sept. 16 through 24 is officially Prescription Heroin and Opioid Awareness Week. Read how President Obama is addressing heroin and opioid addiction.
FDA’s Approval of Hydrocodone-Only Drugs Causes Concern
When the FDA approved Zohydro and other hydrocodone-only drugs, people were worried that these potent painkillers would lead to more abuse and addiction.
Post-Election Recap: What New Drug Laws Mean for Addiction and Recovery
The 2014 midterm elections saw many drug-related ballot measures, from recreational use of marijuana to reducing criminal penalties of possession.
Vicodin, Norco Among Drugs Getting Tighter Restrictions
New laws move hydrocodone-combination products such as Vicodin, Norco and Lortab into more heavily regulated Schedule II from Schedule III.
Pain Clinics in America: The Danger of Pill Mills
A pain clinic is a medical facility that aims to diagnose ongoing conditions and provide painkillers for people with chronic pain. Once used by people who were in genuine need of help, pain clinics are increasingly becoming an alarming standard for drug dealers and addicts alike.
The Heroin Epidemic in America: A “Public Health Crisis”
Attorney General Eric Holder warns of opioid abuse, especially that of heroin, becoming a national crisis in America as rates of heroin addiction rise.
