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EXTRA: The Opioid Tragedy — How We Got Here

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Combating the Opioid Crisis: Treatment and Personal Stories

This chapter focuses on the opioid crisis, exploring treatment methods and the experiences of medical professionals responding to overdoses. It highlights the effectiveness of naloxone and medications like buprenorphine in addressing addiction, while delving into the regulatory challenges and stigma associated with treatment. Personal accounts and a Yale study illustrate the complexities of caring for patients with opioid use disorder and the evolving landscape of addiction treatment.

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