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Opioids crisis persists amid long term use and prescribing debates
A Kaiser Post survey with Kaiser and Kaiser sources finds long term opioid users face addiction risks yet report substantial life relief from pain relief. Experts including Gary Mendell and Patrice Harris urge stronger doctor counseling while CDC urges limiting pills. The poll highlights 2.1 million addicts, 240 million 2014 prescriptions, and mixed public views on harm and benefit.
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Gary Mendell
Shatterproof
United States
Patrice A. Harris
American Medical Association
Board of Trustees
Harris
CDC
Tom Frieden
Frieden
U.S