Opioid Resource Center
Latest News
Annual U.S. death toll from drugs, alcohol, suicide tops 150,000
Experts warn that these "deaths of despair" may well increase in the wake of COVID-19.
From the Journals
New ‘atlas’ maps links between mental disorders, physical illnesses
“We found that women with anxiety disorders have a 50% increased risk of developing a heart condition or stroke,” said Dr. John McGrath.
Conference Coverage
COVID-19: An opportunity, challenge for addiction treatment, NIDA boss says
Right now, said Dr. Nora Volkow, “we are in the dark as to how COVID infections have affected the number of overdose deaths.”
Feature
Elderly Americans carry heavier opioid burden
Those over age 65 years fill prescriptions for twice the amount, compared with younger adults.
Feature
New ASAM guideline released amid COVID-19 concerns
During the COVID-19 pandemic, “it is especially important” for clinicians to ensure that individuals with OUD continue to receive evidence-based...
Feature
COVID-19 prompts ‘lifesaving’ policy change for opioid addiction
Patients in some opioid treatment programs will be allowed to take home their medication.
Evidence-Based Reviews
Kratom: What we know, what to tell your patients
Educate patients about the risks of this increasingly popular but unregulated substance.
Conference Coverage
For OUD patients, ‘a lot of work to be done’
LAS VEGAS – “There is still a lot of diversion, and there are some prescription ‘hot spots’ in the Southeast,” Dr. Karen J. Hartwell said.
From the Journals
U.S. heroin use: Good news, bad news?
Plateau in use might reflect a switch to fentanyl, SAMHSA investigators said.
Evidence-Based Reviews
Opioid use disorder in adolescents: An overview
Treatment needs to include interventions that address young patients’ unique needs.
News from the FDA/CDC
CDC: Opioid prescribing and use rates down since 2010