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Parental Opioid Use May Increase Suicidality in Offspring

Children of parents with opioid use had a 2-fold increased risk for suicide attempts vs children of matched controls.

Naloxone Available in Only 1 in 3 Philadelphia Pharmacies

Only one-third of Philadelphia pharmacies carry naloxone nasal spray and many pharmacies require a physician’s prescription.

Opioid Safety Initiative Can Decrease Opioid Prescriptions

The Opioid Safety Initiative has been effective for decreasing opioid prescriptions among patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty.

Many Buprenorphine Prescribers Not Offering New Appointments

For callers reporting heroin use, many buprenorphine prescribers do not offer new appointments or rapid access to buprenorphine.

Rate of Opioid Prescriptions High for Teens, Young Adults in ED

For adolescents and young adults, the rate of opioid prescribing in emergency departments is high.

Stepped Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder Benefits Patients With HIV

Integrated stepped alcohol treatment (ISAT) reduces alcohol consumption in patients with HIV and a known drinking problem.

Racial and Economic Disparities in Buprenorphine Prescriptions

Buprenorphine treatment may be more available to individuals who are white, use self-pay, or have private insurance.

Most Patients at High Risk of Opiate Overdose Are Not Prescribed Naloxone

Patients at high risk of opioid overdose rarely receive prescriptions for naloxone, despite many interactions with the health care system.

Work Burnout, Gaming Addiction Classified as Diseases by WHO

Both conditions will be included in the 11th edition of the WHO International Classification of Diseases.

The FDA Seeks Your Feedback on New Measure for Fixed-Quantity Blister Packaging for Opioids

The US Food and Drug Administration is seeking feedback from healthcare professionals on its proposal to offer fixed-quantity blister packaging for a select number of opioid medications.