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A Brief History of Drug Abuse and Treatment

Electronic Health Reporter

Drug abuse isn’t something you see on a “special” episode of your favorite sitcom. Whether you’re a suburban resident or city girl, you’re going to see the effects of drug abuse. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 11 million people inject drugs.

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History Rhymes with the Psychedelic Boom

Bill of Health

I see history rhyming in potentially dangerous ways in the current psychedelic boom. After decades of being associated with insanity, violence, and social disorder, psychedelics are now being embraced as potential wonder drugs. We are all familiar with the “wonder drug” story.

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Health Provider News

Hall Render

Here’s why. Report: Amazon Pauses 50-State Virtual Care Service Expansion UnitedHealth acquires Amedisys for $3.3B after home health provider reneges on Option deal Will the doctor see you now? Maybe not amid the changing healthcare landscape in the US.

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Health Provider News – November 18, 2022

Hall Render

Amazon launches virtual doctor marketplace in newest healthcare play. American Hospital Association Throws Weight Behind Nursing Home TNA Legislation. CMS leader says health innovation must be accessible to everyone. Decades of neglect in nursing homes spur Biden plan for staff mandates. Health system cash reserves plummet. CALIFORNIA.

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Health Provider News

Hall Render

Here’s what it means for patients U.S.

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Health Provider News – March 18, 2022

Hall Render

Amazon Pharmacy partners with health plans for discount drugs. Drug Shortages Worsening, Pharmacists Say. Health Policy Brief: Pandemic-Driven Health Policies To Address Social Needs And Health Equity. tied to 28 orthopedic expansions across the country. Amazon Expands Into Telehealth and Home Care. What’s in the $1.5

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FDA’s Brief To The Fifth Circuit in the AHM Case Is Worth A Read

Drug & Device Law

In addition to party briefs, the list of amici that have weighed in is long and impressive. Of course, the current FDA, represented by the current DOJ, should also know about FDA law, FDA authority, and the history of its decisions regarding mifepristone. We have one of those already, so we tend to stick to court rulings.

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