Briefs
Work in Progress
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An Interview with a Former Drug Addict
Opioids are illicit drugs, often associated with addiction and a stigmatized view of addicts as people. Despite being a recognized mental disorder, the government, individuals, and even addicts themselves have grown to oppress both…
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Racial Disparities in Naloxone Access
Public Health · Healthcare Equity Addressing Racial Disparities in Naloxone Access Overview Naloxone is an FDA approved medication used to undo overdose from prescription opioids, fentanyl, heroin, and other drugs (1). Naloxone has a…
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Having a Safe Release Standard from Prisons in the United States
The period immediately following release from incarceration represents a critical “cliff edge” for opioid overdose, with risk levels significantly higher than the general population. Despite known interventions, U.S. reentry remains fragmented, relying on discretionary…
