The ruling threatens a massive bankruptcy plan that would have protected the Sackler family, which controls the company, against future lawsuits in exchange for sending billions to opioid victims and states...
Virtual sessions lessen seniors’ cancer pain, study finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 10, 2024
A 10-minute VR session was able to provide lasting pain relief for cancer patients, offering an alternative to opioids, a new study showed.
Prescription opioids linked to increased risk for serious fall events
Feb 20, 2024
The findings seen among adults of all ages, especially those aged 85 years or older; the risk was highest in the first 28 days after initiation.
High-concentration capsaicin patch can cut neuropathic pain intensity
Feb 07, 2024
During high-concentration capsaicin patch treatment, a significant decrease was seen in average daily morphine equivalent dose.
2002 to 2022 saw increased use of complementary health by US adults
Feb 07, 2024
Significant increases were seen across seven modalities for pain management.
Senate hearing, OIG report target substance use disorders
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 01, 2024
Both reveal that older adults need more help than ever when it comes to getting the treatment they need to address such issues.
Cannabis does not impact nonmedical opioid use in opioid use disorder
Jan 16, 2024
No association was seen between cannabis use and nonmedical opioid use in those receiving pharmacotherapies for opioid use disorder.
Over-the-counter meds, exercise most prevalent treatment for chronic pain
Nov 20, 2023
The likelihood of using prescription opioids was higher for older persons, those with public insurance, and those with more severe pain, after adjustment for multiple factors.
Narcan will reach drug store shelves next week
Aug 30, 2023
The nasal spray version of naloxone will be available at select retailers for $44.99 for a box of two doses.