Brian Mann
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National
A Medical Treatment For Meth Addiction Proves Effective In New Trial
The evidence is strong that some people struggling with meth addiction benefit from the drug regime.
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National
Researchers Find A Way To Help People With Meth Addiction Avoid Relapse
Researchers say they have identified the first medical treatment that shows promise in helping some people recovering from methamphetamine addiction.
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Former Walmart Pharmacists Say Company Ignored Red Flags As Opioid Sales Boomed
The giant retailer shipped billions of opioid pills to pharmacies nationwide. An NPR investigation found employees warned company executives their stores were being used by "pill mill" doctors.
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National
Walmart Is Latest Big-Name Company Embroiled In Opioid Crisis
The Justice Department says the retailer ignored red flags for years, filling suspicious prescriptions for opioids and contributing to America's deadly addiction crisis. Walmart denies wrongdoing.
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Business
Justice Department Says Walmart Helped To Fuel Ongoing Opioid Crisis
On Tuesday, the Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Walmart, alleging that the retail giant unlawfully dispensed controlled substances from pharmacies it operated nationwide.
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National
McKinsey Apologizes For Helping Purdue Pharma 'Turbocharge' Opioid Sales
The corporate consulting giant issued a rare apology for its behind-the-scenes work with Purdue Pharma, maker of OxyContin. One senator called McKinsey's behavior "abhorrent."
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National
Dr. Fauci Says Holiday Gatherings Should Include Fewer Than 10 People
"Ten may even be a bit too much," Fauci said, warning that family gatherings through the holidays could lead to "a really dark time" by mid-January.
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National
Critics Want Sacklers To Face Criminal Charges For Role In Opioid Crisis
A new plea deal with the Justice Department is the second time the family-owned company admitted criminal schemes to boost Oxycontin sales. Despite their hands-on role, the Sacklers face no charges.
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National
Federal Bankruptcy Judge Approves Purdue Pharma's Settlement With Justice Department
A federal judge has approved an $8 billion civil and criminal settlement between Purdue Pharma and the Justice Department linked to the company's marketing of various opioid medications.
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National
Seattle, Portland, and NY Filing Lawsuit Against Trump Adm. Over 'Anarchist' Designation
After months of street protests, President Trump described New York City, Portland and Seattle as lawless places and threatened to withhold federal aid. City officials say the law is on their side.