Impact of Pharmaceutical Drug Advertisements and Pain Management in Sports

The chapter delves into the influence of pharmaceutical drug advertisements in the U.S. and contrasts it with practices in other countries like New Zealand. It discusses pain management in sports, emphasizing the easy accessibility and impact of opioids like oxy, Percocet, and Vicodin, as well as the shift towards natural alternatives like CBD. The conversation highlights the history of drug use in sports, restrictive regulations by organizations like the USADA, and deceptive practices of pharmaceutical companies promoting addictive medications.