How Will Biden Address the Surging Opioid Epidemic?
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“It’s a slaughter out there," one addiction expert said
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OxyContin Makers Plead Guilty to Federal Criminal Charges
Posted in: Culture News"The devastating ripple effect of Purdue’s actions left lives lost and others addicted," Department of Justice says
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With COVID-19, Life Got Even More Dangerous for People Addicted to Opioids
Posted in: Culture FeaturesDaily visits to harm-reduction centers can be a lifesaver — but how do you keep an at-risk population safe during a pandemic?
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China Sentences Man to Death for Trafficking Illegal Fentanyl to U.S.
Posted in: Culture NewsLiu Yong accused of running operation that produced, trafficked deadly opioid to the United States
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Pharma Giants in Talks to Settle Opioid Lawsuits for $18 Billion
Posted in: Culture NewsReport of sweeping payout surfaces one week before start of critical Ohio trial
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‘Sesame Street’ to Tackle Opioid Crisis With New Muppet
Posted in: Culture News"My mom's been going through a tough time. She has what's called a grown up problem," green-furred Karli tells viewers
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Who Are Ohio’s Anti-Heroin Vigilantes Helping?
Posted in: Culture FeaturesIn the Midwest, where the opioid crisis rages on, online groups have emerged to expose alleged dealers — but some residents worry they've gone too far.
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Purdue Pharma Files for Bankruptcy, Tentatively Settles Federal Opioids Lawsuits
Posted in: Culture NewsSackler Family expected to offer up $3 billion of their personal fortune as part of multibillion-dollar settlement — but they wouldn't have to admit wrongdoing
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Sackler Family Offers “Personal Wealth” as Part of Opioid Crisis Settlement
Posted in: Culture NewsAfter reports that the OxyContin maker would declare bankruptcy, the Sackler family, which owns the pharmaceutical company, says it will offer "personal wealth" as part of opioid crisis settlements
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Philadelphia May Become the First City to Open Safe Injection Sites
Posted in: Culture NewsA Trump-appointed U.S. attorney is trying to stop the harm-reduction site from opening in Kensington, a Philly neighborhood that has been devastated by the opioid epidemic
