Health
Understanding Natural Opioids Can Unlock Powerful New Pain Treatments
Scientists want to deliver pain relief without the dangerous side effects.
By John Michael Streicher and The Conversation
Health
2 Factors Increase the Likelihood Your Doctor Will Prescribe Opioid Drugs
Doctors get worn out, just like the rest of us.
By Peter Hess
Health
Opioids Safely Mixed With Cannabis Predict a Way Out of the Overdose Crisis
"The idea is that we can take advantage of both of their strengths and avoid their drawbacks."
By Sarah Sloat
Science
Illicit Synthetic Opioids are Fueling a Rise in Overdose Deaths, Says CDC
Black market fentanyl plays a huge role.
By Peter Hess
Science
John Oliver: U.S. Is Facing an "Epidemic of Addiction" to Opioids
The 'Last Week Tonight' host criticized companies for years of misinformation.
By Mike Brown