Friday, February 28, 2020

In the News: Philadelphia Group Plans to Open Nation's First Supervised Injection Site Next Week

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philadelphia group plans to open nation's first supervised injection site next week
 
Philadelphia Group Plans to Open Nation’s First Supervised Injection Site Next Week
A nonprofit group in Philadelphia says it plans to open the nation’s first supervised injection site next week, The Associated Press reports. Read More
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most patients treated for opioid addiction in residential centers don't get medication
Most Patients Treated for Opioid Addiction in Residential Centers Don’t Get Medication
Just 15% of patients being treated for opioid use disorder in residential treatment centers receive medication-assisted treatment, a new study finds.
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Medication-Assisted Treatment Greatly Reduces Risk of Dying From Opioid Overdose
Medication-Assisted Treatment Greatly Reduces Risk of Dying From Opioid Overdose
People with opioid use disorder who receive treatment with medications such as buprenorphine or methadone are 80% less likely to die from an opioid overdose compared with patients treated without these medications, according to a new study. Read More
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Dental Patients Often Prescribed Opioids in the Emergency Room
People who go to the emergency room for dental problems are often prescribed opioids and antibiotics, HealthDay reports. The findings show the need to combat overuse of opioids and antibiotics, the researchers said. Read More
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OxyContin Maker Launches Ad Campaign About Filing Claims Against Company
Purdue Pharma, the company that makes OxyContin, launched a $23.8 million ad campaign this week to inform people harmed by their drug where they can file claims against the company, The Associated Press reports. Read More
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