Opioids are naturally occurring substances that have several effects on the central nervous system that are mainly mediated by opioid receptors. There are three subtypes of this receptor (μ1, μ2 and ...

The drug overdose epidemic is largely driven by opioids, which continue to be prescribed for chronic pain despite recommendations to use non-opioids for most cases. A new review published in the ...

The drug overdose epidemic is largely driven by opioids, which continue to be prescribed for chronic pain despite recommendations to use non-opioids for most cases. The drug overdose epidemic is ...

The Food and Drug Administration’s latest plan to study whether opioids are effective as a chronic pain treatment is facing significant resistance from addiction and pain care experts. A planned ...

Researchers are investigating whether an anti-itch medication that targets a specific part of our nerve cells can make morphine -- which targets a different part--more effective. The findings suggest ...

The Interactive Talk presentation, “Opioids’ Impact on Pain-Interference and Sleep: The OARS Pilot Study”, will take place on Friday, June 24 th, 2022 at 8 p.m ...

The escalating opioid crisis, especially in the Appalachian region, is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of addiction. A recently published study by the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Foundation ...

This is a timely review at a time when opioid use for non-cancer pain is increasing. There are more opioid molecules and formulations available, and clinicians need further clarity on what possible ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover end-of-life care and dabble in the culture of medicine. Results from a new report published in the British Journal of ...

A new study sheds light on an understudied aspect of today's opioid crisis: What happens to the cardiovascular health of babies exposed to opioids in the womb. The outcomes of the study suggest that ...

Stacey Sigmon holds a ‘medi wheel’ device in her clinic at the Vermont Center for Behavior and Health. The new UVM Center on Rural Addiction is dedicated to addressing the opioid issue within rural ...