Archives: Morning Breakouts

In the fight against the national drug epidemic, there's now a larger focus on medication-based treatments. So, where should advocates draw the line in terms of working with drugmakers when it comes to conflicts of interest? Meanwhile, a new report details the cost to employers of treating opioid addiction.

Surgeon General Jerome Adams likened the precaution to learning CPR or carrying an EpiPen for a loved one. Meanwhile, National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins has announced a new initiative geared toward studying pain management.

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb plans to host a summit with tech CEOs and others in the industry to discuss solutions, like altering search algorithms and posting information about the fatal risks associated with the illegal drugs.