Exploring opioid dependence in America from the perspectives of subject matter experts in the field and those who are trying to positively influence this crisis.
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Exploring opioid dependence in America from the perspectives of subject matter experts in the field and those who are trying to positively influence this crisis.
This episode will cover the evolution of this opioid epidemic in America. Mr. Sam Quinones, author of Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opiate Epidemic will be discussing the heroin trade in America, it’s connection to prescription opioids, the medical community’s move towards pain management, pharmaceutical marketing, and general attitudes around poverty and social isolation. We will discuss the web of contributing factors that have created our current state as well as ideas on how to move forward.
PainKILLER Podcast
Exploring opioid dependence in America from the perspectives of subject matter experts in the field and those who are trying to positively influence this crisis.
