HOW ADDICTIVE IS OXYCONTIN
Federal Judge Overturns Sackler/Purdue Pharma Bid for Bankruptcy Protection
In an alarming development in the ongoing litigation between thousands of plaintiffs against Purdue Pharmaceuticals (and the Sackler family that owns it), a federal judge just overturned the Sackler bid for bankruptcy protection and immunity. What does this mean for America’s most important pharma lawsuit?
The Opioid Update
Just about every day when I turn on the news, I see some update or media clip regarding the opioid addiction epidemic. Everywhere we look, opioid addiction disrupts our civilization and stains our communities with its toxic hold on millions of Americans. Our country is in the midst of a crisis.
Why Are We Losing So Many Older Women to Drug Overdose Deaths?
A recent analysis of drug overdose deaths shows a shocking increase in the number of older American women who are lost to overdoses of prescription opioids or even heroin and fentanyl. It’s vital to understand how this happens so these losses can be prevented.
Two Dangerous Painkillers—Which Is Worse Oxycodone Vs Oxycontin?
What really is the difference between Oxycodone and OxyContin? Is one stronger or more addictive? Both opioids can be addictive and are often abused.