Deadly New Opioid Outpaces Fentanyl
#OpioidCrisis #PublicHealthAlertA new synthetic opioid called N-Propionitrile chlorphine, ten times more potent than fentanyl, is spreading across the U.S. Linked to dozens of deaths in Tennessee, it is undetectable by standard fentanyl test strips. read more
The Devastating Impact of Fentanyl: A Call for Evidence-Based Solutions
#Fentanyl #OpioidCrisisThe fentanyl crisis in the US has taken many lives, with high rates of overdose deaths. Contrary to misconceptions, the funding for fentanyl smuggling mainly comes from US citizens. The focus needs to shift towards saving lives with proven strategies. read more
India Bans Tapentadol and Carisoprodol Exports Amid West African Crisis
#India #OpioidCrisisIndia has banned the export of two opioids due to their role in the West African drug crisis. Aveo Pharmaceuticals, based in Mumbai, is accused of illegally exporting the drugs to Nigeria, Ghana, and Ivory Coast, leading to a crackdown by Indian authorities. read more
"Sackler Family Agrees to $6.5 Billion Settlement for Opioid Crisis"
#SacklerFamily #OpioidCrisisThe Sackler family, former owners of Purdue Pharma, will pay $6.5 billion as part of a settlement for their involvement in the opioid crisis. The agreement will remove their control and prohibit future opioid sales in the U.S. read more
Department of Justice Accuses Walgreens of Fueling Opioid Crisis
#DOJ #opioidcrisisThe Department of Justice accuses Walgreens of driving the opioid crisis by filling invalid prescriptions. The lawsuit states that Walgreens ignored red flags and pushed pharmacists to quickly fill orders, leading to unnecessary deaths. Walgreens has already paid millions in opioid settlements. read more
McKinsey & Company to Pay $650 Million in Opioid Probe
#McKinsey #OpioidCrisisMcKinsey & Company will settle a federal probe over its work with Purdue Pharma by paying $650 million. The firm is also facing criminal charges for alleged involvement in misbranding prescription drugs. The opioid crisis, linked to thousands of deaths, has been ongoing for years. read more
US Presidential Candidates Ignore Opioid Crisis in 2024 Election
#OpioidCrisis #USPresidentialElectionsPresidential candidates in the US, such as Harris and Trump, neglect addressing the opioid crisis, opting for tough border policies. The shift to tackling the demand rather than just the supply is essential in reducing overdoses. read more
#SacklerFamily #OpioidCrisis
The US Supreme Court rules the Sackler family, behind Purdue Pharma, may face civil lawsuits for victim compensation, rejecting a multi-billion dollar bankruptcy plan. read more
#SacklerFamily #OpioidCrisis
The Supreme Court ruled that the Sackler family, linked to Purdue Pharma, cannot shield themselves with a bankruptcy plan from civil lawsuits related to the opioid crisis. Victims are now able to pursue compensation. read more
#FentanylOverdoses #OpioidCrisis
In Washington state, recent incidents involving fentanyl overdoses include the death of a 13-month-old baby and hospitalizations of two others. Authorities express concern over the misuse of opioids, especially fentanyl, which is increasingly affecting young children. read more