Painkiller: Uncovering the Origins and Impact of the Opioid Crisis A Manufactured Crisis: The Greed Behind the Opioid Epidemic The Netflix drama series “Painkiller,” released today, exposes the trail of destruction left by the infamous OxyContin pill. The show delves into the origins of the opioid epidemic, tracing it from the hands of Richard Sackler, […]
National Fentanyl Awareness Day: Understanding the Opioid Epidemic Every Virginian is affected, either directly or indirectly, by the opioid crisis which has become a significant public health challenge globally. Virginia is not an exception, as illicitly manufactured fentanyl (IMF) has become a leading cause of unnatural deaths in the Commonwealth. According to the Virginia Department […]
