The opioid crisis – what developments have been made?

Opioids are the standard treatment for chronic and acute pain a-like; however, they are highly addictive, which has led to widespread misuse of both prescription and non-prescription opioids. Opioid overdose-related deaths have increased in recent years, highlighting the need for research into viable alternative treatments, as well as methods aiming to reduce opioid misuse and addiction. Recent studies provide insight into the opioid crisis, and how it’s impacts may be reduced. Medical cannabis as an alternative analgesic to opioids The emergence of medical cannabis and its ability to relieve symptoms of pain has prompted many studies to evaluate its efficacy...