Pain, Pills, and Prejudice | The Opioid Epidemic and Its Grip

This vital exposé sheds light on the deep inequalities driving America’s opioid crisis a public health emergency shaped by systemic racism, unequal access to treatment, and social injustice. From crack-era mass incarceration to today's fentanyl fatalities in Black and Indigenous communities, this article traces the roots and impact of addiction, policy failures, and the role of digital health in providing hope. Featuring real data, policy insights, and life-saving solutions like virtual MAT access, this is a must-read for advocates, health professionals, and policymakers.

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