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Fewer Patients Receiving Both Opioid and Benzodiazepine Prescriptions
Fewer patients are being prescribed both opioid painkillers and benzodiazepines such as Xanax or Ativan, a new study finds.
Study Finds Increase in Suspected Suicide Attempts by Poisoning Among Kids and Teens
A new study found a 27% increase in suspected suicide attempts by poisoning among U.S. children and teenagers between 2015 and 2020.
Placing Time Limits on Prescriptions for Opioids May Reduce Risk of Misuse
Placing time limits on opioid prescriptions may reduce the risk of misuse, a new study suggests.
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