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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Monday unveiled a far-reaching agenda aimed at reversing addiction, homelessness, and chronic public health failures, rolling out new …
HHS Unleashes Sweeping Recovery Plan Targeting Addiction, Homelessness Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Shapiro Administration joined the Keystone Contractors Association (KCA) at the construction site of the future Veterans Village in Harrisburg to confront a growing concern …
Pennsylvania Construction Leaders Unite to Combat Opioid Misuse Among Workers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that the Commonwealth could receive as much as $28 million from a sweeping $720 million national settlement involving eight pharmaceutical manufacturers …
Pennsylvania to Gain Up to $28 Million in Major $720 Million Opioid Settlement With Drug Companies Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — This June, as we observe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, a convergence of anniversaries provides a solemn opportunity for reflection. In 2025, we will commemorate the …
The Unseen Scars of 250 Years of Service: PTSD and the Opioid Crisis Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dr. Asif Ilyas, a distinguished surgeon with Rothman Orthopaedics in Philadelphia, has been named to the 2025 Orthopedic Surgery Research All Stars, placing him among the top …
Dr. Asif Ilyas Named to Orthopedic Surgery Research All Stars Top 3% Nationwide by Avant-Garde Health Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A recent study conducted across nine Iowa hospitals has shown promising results in reducing postoperative opioid prescriptions through the implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, …
Iowa Hospitals See Significant Reduction in Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The results of a new study suggest patients with chronic pain are turning to medical cannabis to find relief and are also breaking free from traditional painkillers …
Medical Cannabis Reduces Pain and Opioid Pill Use, Preserves Cognition, Study Reveals Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A recent study conducted across nine Iowa hospitals has shown promising results in reducing postoperative opioid prescriptions by implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) pathways.
Enhanced Recovery Pathways Slash Opioid Prescriptions Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Tuesday, March 18, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced the renewal of the public health emergency declaration focused …
Opioid Crisis Emergency Renewed as Deadly Fentanyl Threat Looms Over America! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced nearly $1.5 million in funding to support community-based initiatives aimed at preventing opioid use disorder (OUD). …
Pennsylvania Allocates $1.5 Million for Opioid Prevention Programs Read More