Posts Tagged ‘overdose’
RI overdose deaths down 7.3%, first decrease in 4 years, mindful of 68% increase from 10 years ago
Good news in overdose deaths? While it hasn’t seem quite the time for good news of almost any kind, Rhode Island has good news to share. Governor Dan McKee and the leadership of the Governor’s Overdose Task Force announced today a 7.3% decrease in overdose deaths in Rhode Island in 2023, the first decrease seen…
Read MoreNo bankruptcy protection for Sackler family, Purdue Pharma – “We fight on” – Richard Asinof
“They aren’t bankrupt. They’re loaded. We fight on.” RI AG Neronha applauds court decision nixing Purdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI Photo: R.I. Attorney General Peter Neronha was successful in appealing the bankruptcy plan for Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers. On Thursday night, Dec. 16, U.S. District Court Judge Colleen McMahon vacated the…
Read MorePrescription Drug Take Back Day – TODAY
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Rhode Island is participating with confidential drop off locations in nearly every community, or only a short drive away. Take some time today and go through those medicine cabinets, bureaus, pocketbooks, and bathroom closets – you might think you don’t have a lot of medication, but most…
Read MoreGriefSpeak – “Before and After a Loss to Opioid Overdose”
By Mari Dias Amidst the fear of the coronavirus and the media coverage of the Democratic primaries, we often forget the ongoing issues, particularly the opioid crisis. People are still overdosing. People are still dying. Please take a moment to hear a mother’s plea. One mother who echoes the pain of thousands after losing a…
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