Chasing The Opioid Dragon
The number of patients addicted to opioids is skyrocketing in Europe, even though their long-term effectiveness is much debated. The American crisis has raised awareness and many doctors are questioning the current management of chronic pain. This survey collects the testimonies of patients who have been through the hell of opioid addiction. It also reveals the aggressive marketing methods of the pharmaceutical industry and its sometimes murky connections to the health authorities responsible for the toxicological monitoring of drugs.
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