A new study published in JAMA Network Open on May 7, 2026, engaged 42 national experts in hospital-based addiction treatment in a consensus-building process to develop best practices for ...

Opiate addiction is a growing concern across the globe, affecting millions of individuals and their families. While many are aware of the dangers associated with illegal drugs, fewer people recognize ...

Nearly all Americans are aware of the U.S. opioid crisis. Overdose deaths increased sixfold between 2003 and 2023, from 12,940 to 79,358. Yearly increases have been especially steep since 2013, when ...

Opiates, including medications such as morphine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and fentanyl, are effective in controlling severe pain. They are often prescribed for short periods of time to treat acute pain ...

Studies show that ibogaine can be effective for short-term opioid addiction treatment, especially reducing drug cravings and some withdrawal symptoms.

One expert said overdose deaths are declining in part because users are switching from injecting to smoking fentanyl.

Investigation finds not all spending went toward approved uses amid lack of guidance, oversight from state officials.