The Current Opioids Crisis -EP 11The Current Opioids Crisis -EP 11
Weekly Infusion
This installment examines the drug companies’ role in the current opioids crisis. Led by the billionaire Sackler Family, Purdue Pharma used marketing, advertising and questionable tactics to encourage physicians to prescribe OxyContin...
16:32•27 May 2019
The Opioid Epidemic: Unmasking the Role of Big Pharma
“The history we must look at now is the forces that came into place to put pain as a fifth vital sign, to make control of pain the patient's issue rather than the physician's responsibility.”
Ever thought about how the opioid crisis spiraled out of control? This episode of 'Weekly Infusion' digs into the dark side of pharmaceutical marketing, spotlighting Purdue Pharma and the influential Sackler family. Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce Heischober pull back the curtain on how aggressive marketing and questionable tactics led to widespread OxyContin prescriptions, fueling addiction across the nation.
With insights from 'Beautiful Boy' author David Sheff, 'Dreamland' author Sam Quinones, and addiction treatment specialist Shelley Sprague, you'll get a deep dive into the dangerous mix of opiates and benzodiazepines. This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the origins of the opioid epidemic and the corporate forces that exacerbated it. It's not just about pointing fingers but learning how we can prevent future crises and promote responsible prescribing practices.
Tune in for a compelling and eye-opening discussion.
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