Tuesday, January 30, 2018

As opioid crisis grows, judge aims for solutions, settlement

ABC News-2 hours ago
FILE - This Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017 file photo shows an arrangement of pills of the opioid oxycodone-acetaminophen, also known as Percocet, in New York. Cities and counties of all sizes have sued companies that make and distribute prescription opioids. Among the plaintiffs so far: Philadelphia; the state of Ohio; Princeton ...

The opioid crisis and why Australia is cracking down on codeine

The Guardian-59 minutes ago
The imminent change to regulations for codeine products has prompted renewed praise for the Therapeutic Goods Administration for taking action to address Australia's growing opioid crisis, though some health experts are concerned the move may have unintended consequences, such as pushing people towards illicit ..