opioid epidemic
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2018
Portland Sen. Chipman: Governor shouldn’t play politics with Mainers’ lives
LePage is holding up rules that would increase access to the life-saving anti-overdose drug naloxone.
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PublishedJanuary 31, 2018
Our View: Gov. LePage stands in the way of rules that save lives
One word from his office could help more Mainers stay alive long enough to address their opioid addiction.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2018
LePage says long-delayed opioid antidote rules don’t need his OK
He appears to be letting the sales guidelines sent to him in August move forward, even though he opposes giving 18-year-olds access to lifesaving naloxone.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2018
Controversial Portland program uses marijuana and kratom to treat opioid addiction
Some people in recovery swear by the effectiveness of the drugs, but the FDA and many treatment experts say there is no credible evidence to support their use.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2018
Maine falls behind other states in efforts to prevent overdose deaths
As states from New Hampshire to California expand access to the overdose antidote naloxone, the LePage administration delays action that could save Maine lives.
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PublishedJanuary 26, 2018
Democratic leaders put pressure on pharmacy board over naloxone rules
House Speaker Sara Gideon and Senate Minority Leader Troy Jackson send a letter to the state's regulatory board urging action on rules that would allow people to buy the opioid overdose antidote without a prescription.
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PublishedJanuary 24, 2018
Chinese sellers find an easy way to ship opioids: the U.S. Postal Service
The postal system has yet to fully implement an electronic data system that would help authorities identify suspicious shipments.
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PublishedJanuary 24, 2018
Analysis: Canada takes novel approach with prescription opioid vending machines
The idea is to provide a safer emergency alternative to street drugs that may be cut with deadly doses of fentanyl.
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PublishedJanuary 17, 2018
Walmart touts way to turn unwanted opioids into disposable gel
The retailer offers packets filled with a powder that can turn pills into a useless substance to be tossed.
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PublishedJanuary 17, 2018
Our View: Maine should fight homelessness, addiction at the same time
A pilot project that would provide treatment and emergency housing is both compassionate and smart.
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