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Best & Worst Hospitals for Pain Management in the United States
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Based on patient satisfaction surveys, the following U.S. hospitals had the “highest” or “lowest” percentage of...
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Nov 15, 20231 min read
By Dr. Priscilla Koirala and Dr. Ankita Aggarwal
Overdose deaths from fentanyl combined with stimulants increased 50-fold since 2010 September 14, 2023: According to an analysis by...
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
By Jan Hoffman
F.D.A. Approves Narcan for Over-the-Counter Sales March 29, 2023: The nasal spray reverses opioid overdoses and public health officials...
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
By Megan Lebowitz
White House asks Congress for more money to fight fentanyl overdoses August 10, 2023: The White House asked Congress for nearly $800...
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
Poudre Valley Hospital (Ft. Collins, CO)
Poudre Valley Hospital (Ft. Collins, CO)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
University of Illinois Hospital (Chicago, IL)
University of Illinois Hospital (Chicago, IL)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
Brigham & Women’s Hospital (Boston, MA)
Brigham & Women’s Hospital (Boston, MA)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
St. Joseph Hospital (Orange, CA)
St. Joseph Hospital (Orange, CA)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
Barnes Jewish Hospital (Washington University St. Louis, MO)
Barnes Jewish Hospital (Washington University St. Louis, MO)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
Mayo Clinic Hospital (Phoenix, AZ)
Mayo Clinic Hospital (Phoenix, AZ)
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
Addiction Risk of Pain Management Drugs
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Drugs used for pain management, also known as analgesics, are medications used to relieve pain. There are several...
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Nov 8, 20233 min read
How Are Opioid Settlement Funds Being Spent?
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In July 2022, 52 states and territories, along with many local governments, entered into a $26 billion...
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Nov 8, 20235 min read
What led to the opioid crisis—and how to fix it
Allen Research Endowment - Editorial Comment: The Q&A below provides concise insights into the opioid epidemic, and trends in medical...
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Nov 8, 20234 min read
Opioid Addiction Treatment
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Treatment for opioid addiction typically involves a combination of behavioral therapy, counseling, and...
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Nov 8, 20232 min read
Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Acute Pain
FDA’s Draft Guidance for the Industry EXCUTIVE SUMMARY In February 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued draft...
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Nov 8, 20234 min read
The Opioid Epidemic Explained in 10 Figures
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The tables below are provided by the Stanford-Lancet Commission on the North American Opioid Crisis and the U.S....
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Nov 8, 20231 min read
FDA Approves Narcan Nasal Spray for First Over-the-Counter Sales
Allen Research Endowment Recommended OTC Narcan in Comment Letter to FDA The Allen Research Endowment, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt...
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Nov 8, 20233 min read
Opioid Addiction Science
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The science of opioid addiction is a complex field of study that involves understanding the biological, neurological,...
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Nov 8, 20233 min read
Opioid Addiction Insurance Coverages
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Insurance coverage for opioid addiction treatment can vary depending on the specific insurance plan, provider, and...
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Nov 8, 20233 min read
Opioid Addiction Prevention
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Preventing opioid addiction is a critical public health goal, as the consequences of addiction can be devastating....
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Nov 8, 20232 min read
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