The opioid crisis is one of the biggest & hardest public health problems in the United States today. Millions of people have become addicted to opioids as well as strong pain medicines. Because of this hundreds of thousands have died from overdoses. One drug, in particular, played a huge role in starting this crisis: OxyContin. … Read more
Over the past two decades, the opioid crisis has ruined the lives of millions of individuals. It began with the rise of prescription opioids like OxyContin. It is a strong painkiller used to treat moderate to severe pain. But as time went on, it became clear that these medications could be very addictive as well … Read more
As parents, it’s natural to worry about your child’s safety. Specifically when scary stories make headlines or go viral online. One recent topic that raised concerns among parents is “rainbow fentanyl”. these are brightly colored pills that some news outlets claimed were made to lure children into drug use. But is that the full story? … Read more
We have extensively heard news about opioids taking thousands of lives throughout different parts of the world in recent years. After the thought of worsening opioid conditions reached its peak new synthetic fentanyl compounds emerged which proved deadlier than anything before. One particular opioid stands above the rest as the most dangerous substance: carfentanil. The … Read more
Imagine a painkiller so powerful that just a few grains can be lethal. This is the reality of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that has saved lives in medical settings but is now taking lives on the streets. In recent years, illicit versions of fentanyl – known as fentanyl analogs – have fueled a devastating opioid overdose epidemic. Thousands … Read more
The Opioids have long been known for their power to numb pain. It acts as a pain number. But they also bring deadly risks. Among them, heroin was once seen as the most dangerous one. Now, fentanyl has taken its place—and it’s far more deadly & lethal. Let’s look at how fentanyl compares to heroin … Read more
History marks the opioid epidemic as among the most destructive public health crises to ever emerge. The opioid epidemic began after prescription painkillers became prevalent and has developed into a life-threatening emergency which synthetic opioids specifically fentanyl now leads to. This text details the major developments of the opioid epidemic by describing its origins and … Read more
In present years, the term “fentanyl” has made headlines worldwide. It’s often linked to rising overdose deaths and a deepening drug crisis. This has led to a lot of questions like what exactly is fentanyl? Why is it so dangerous? How did it become such a major threat to public health?. All these questions will … Read more
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has become a major contributor to the opioid crisis in the United States. In recent years it has become a menace. It is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine. Just a tiny amount just about the size of a pea … Read more
Medicines are a big part of our daily lives. From a simple headache to serious illnesses, we use different types of drugs to feel better. From pain meds to antibiotics we have it all. But with so many medicines available in the market, it’s hard to keep track of them all. That’s where a Drug … Read more