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opioids

06/13/2022

A recent study led by Kerry Flannagan, PhD, examined how opioid use may result in pregnancy loss and lower changes of conception. Dr Flannagan answered our questions about her team’s study.

06/13/2022

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CDC Report: Drug Overdose Deaths Stabilize in 2022, But Still Break Previous Year’s Record

03/27/2024

Anthony Calabro, MA

Nearly 108,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2022, surpassing the previous year’s record total, according to a CDC report. Although the official number of deaths caused by overdoses—107,941—breaks the...

03/27/2024

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Overdose Deaths in Pregnant, Postpartum Women Increased From 2018 to 2021

03/01/2024

Jessica Ganga

Researchers examined the characteristics and trends related to the increased mortality rates associated with overdose in pregnant and postpartum women.

03/01/2024

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Opioid Prescription Pre-, Post-Pandemic in Patients Who Have Undergone Dental Procedures

02/09/2024

Jessica Ganga

Researchers analyzed trends in opioid prescribing for patients who have undergone dental procedures.

02/09/2024

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Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Before Surgery Reduces Risk of Overdose, Hospitalization

11/07/2023

Jessica Ganga

Researchers evaluated the use of opioid use disorder (OUD) medication prior to surgery in patients with OUD to determine whether the risk of overdose or complications are reduced. The findings of the study...

11/07/2023

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Cytisinicline Effective in Aiding Smoking Cessation

10/24/2023

Jessica Ganga

In a placebo-controlled, randomized trial, researchers tested the efficacy of cytisinicline—a smoking cessation medication—for those who would like to quit smoking.

10/24/2023

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