Opioids Feel Like Love. That’s Why They’re Deadly in Tough Times.

1/2/2022

This opinion piece from The New York Times discusses the ongoing opioid crisis in the United States. The author highlights the alarming statistics related to opioid overdoses and deaths, attributing much of the crisis to the aggressive marketing and overprescription of opioids by pharmaceutical companies. The article emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and coordinated response, including measures such as increasing access to addiction treatment, holding pharmaceutical executives accountable, and implementing harm reduction strategies. It also argues for a shift in focus from punitive measures to addressing the underlying issues that contribute to addiction, such as poverty, trauma, and lack of access to healthcare. Overall, the article calls for urgent action to address this devastating crisis.

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