MedCity News February 19, 2025
Peter J. Pitts

Policymakers should recognize the advantages of this multi-faceted care model and ensure legislative and regulatory environments allow for its continued growth.

In 2017, President Trump declared the opioid epidemic – which then was taking the lives of over 100 people each day – to be the “worst drug crisis in American history”. As he returns to office and the next presidential administration takes form, folks are debating which issues should be prioritized over the coming term. It is critical they remember the addiction crisis our country still faces now in 2025 in their plans.

Addiction, particularly opioid addiction, is a widespread issue, impacting people from all walks of life across the country. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services...

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