S13 Ep10: Updates and Innovations in Non-Opioid Pain Management Strategies for Breast Cancer Patients Post-Surgical Intervention
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Unraveling the Opioid Crisis
This chapter examines the multifaceted origins of the opioid epidemic in the United States, linking unethical practices by pharmaceutical companies and certain medical professionals to rising addiction rates and public health crises. It highlights the historical context of opioid prescribing, detailing misrepresented research and marketing strategies that prioritized profit over patient safety. Through a critical lens, the chapter discusses the socio-cultural impacts on patients and the complexities surrounding pain management in medical practice.
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