The Latest News from Our Field

We curate a digest of the latest news in our field for advocates, policymakers, community coalitions and all who work toward shaping policies and practices to effectively prevent substance use and treat addiction. Sign up here to receive weekly updates straight to your inbox.

Policy News Roundup: January 11, 2024

Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including a recent study finding residential substance use disorder treatment for teens is limited and expensive.

Research News Roundup: January 11, 2024

View our curated digest of the latest research news, including the design of a text message library for tobacco risk prevention among adolescents.

McKinsey Agrees to Pay $78 Million to Settle Insurers’ Opioid Claims

McKinsey and Co. has agreed to pay $78 million to resolve claims by insurance companies and health care funds that the consulting company helped fuel the opioid addiction epidemic through its work with pharmaceutical companies including OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, the Associated Press reports.

Growing Number of Patients with Opioid Use Disorder Leave Hospital Before Finishing Treatment

A new study finds an increasing number of patients with opioid use disorder are leaving the hospital before finishing treatment, against medical advice.

Experts Urge Caution as More Seniors Use Marijuana for Pain and Insomnia

As a growing number of older Americans use marijuana to treat pain and insomnia, experts are urging caution, The Washington Post reports.

Policy News Roundup: January 4, 2024

Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including potential changes to methadone access, harm reduction and telehealth policies in the coming year.

Research News Roundup: January 4, 2024

View our curated digest of the latest research news, including a study investigating the prevalence of recovery status among adolescents.

Surgeons Prescribing Fewer Opioids After Surgery

The rate of opioid prescriptions for patients who have had surgery is on the decline, according to a new study. The rate of decline slowed during the pandemic, researchers found.

FDA to Consider Reviewing MDMA Plus Therapy to Treat PTSD

The Food and Drug Administration this week was asked to review the psychoactive substance MDMA along with therapy as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If approved, it would be the first psychedelic-assisted therapy approved for PTSD.

Marijuana Exposure During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Low Birth Weight

Exposure to marijuana during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of low birth weight, according to a new study of more than 9,000 pregnant women.

Policy News Roundup: December 14, 2023

Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including rates of adolescent substance use holding steady, according to the 2023 Monitoring the Future survey.

Research News Roundup: December 14, 2023

View our curated digest of the latest research news, including a study exploring barriers to treatment access among individuals with opioid use disorder experiencing houselessness.

Study Finds Link Between Child Suicide Increase and Opioid Crisis

A new study finds the increase in child suicides in the United States since 2010 was due in part to the nation’s opioid crisis, HealthDay reports.

Treasury Department Announces Launch of Counter-Fentanyl Strike Force

The U.S. Treasury Department announced this week it is launching a Counter-Fentanyl Strike Force to combat the trafficking of illicit fentanyl, CNN reports.

Smoking Rates on the Decline for American Adults Except Those Over 65

Smoking rates decreased among American adults between 2011 and 2022 except for those 65 and older, Time reports.

Policy News Roundup: December 7, 2023

Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including the Supreme Court hearing the Purdue settlement case.

Research News Roundup: December 7, 2023

View our curated digest of the latest research news, including a comprehensive literature review of digital health interventions in the treatment of substance use disorder with a special focus on mobile applications.

Study Finds Surge in Overdose Deaths During Pregnancy

A new study finds overdose deaths surged among pregnant or postpartum people between 2018 and 2021, STAT reports.

No Evidence That Marijuana Reduces Illicit Opioid Use: Study

A new study conducted over 20 years finds no evidence that marijuana reduces use of illicit opioids, ABC News reports.

Health Groups Gearing Up For Smoking Cessation Campaign Aimed at Black Smokers

Health groups are gearing up for smoking cessation campaigns aimed at Black smokers as the Biden administration moves closer to banning menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, NBC News reports.

Policy News Roundup: November 30, 2023

Find more of our must-reads in policy news, including experts writing that opioid settlement funds should go toward public health.

Research News Roundup: November 30, 2023

View our curated digest of the latest research news, including factors associated with youth's indirect exposure to fentanyl.

Almost 49 Million U.S. Teens and Adults Had a Substance Use Disorder in 2022

Almost 49 million teens and adults in the United States had a substance use disorder in 2022, according to new government data.

Millions of People in U.S. With Opioid Use Disorder Also Use Other Illicit Substances

Millions of people in the U.S. with opioid use disorder also use other illicit substances such as methamphetamine or cocaine, The New York Times reports.

Experts Worry New Vaping Devices That Look Like Toys Will Attract Young People

New vaping devices designed to look like toys may strengthen their appeal to young people, public health experts tell The New York Times.

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