What are Opioids?

The opioid crisis continues to affect families around the world. As the powerful class of drugs kill about 136 people1  in the U.S. each day, you may be wondering: what exactly are opioids?

Prescription Drug Misuse

Prescription drug misuse is on the rise in the United States, and its prevalence continues to impact communities around the nation. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), almost 7 million Americans – or 2.7% of the population – abuse prescription drugs. Certain populations, such as youth and older adults, are at particular […]