The Supreme Court has rejected a nationwide settlement between Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and state and local governments, effectively shielding the Sackler family from lawsuits related to the opioid epidemic. This decision, which came after a 5-4 vote, has significant implications for victims and the fight against opioid addiction.
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Discovery Resort Marketing (DRM), a digital marketing agency in the vacation ownership industry, has partnered with the Victoria’s Voice Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting recovery efforts and preventing opioid overdoses. This collaboration is driven by Jenny Nelson, a senior executive at DRM with a personal connection to addiction.
McKinsey & Co. is being investigated for its role in the opioid epidemic by the US Department of Justice. The probe focuses on whether the firm engaged in a criminal conspiracy while advising Purdue Pharma and other pharmaceutical manufacturers on marketing strategies. The allegations also include healthcare fraud and obstruction of justice. While the investigation is ongoing and no charges have been filed, prosecutors are reviewing a significant amount of documentation.
Since 1999, over 760,000 lives have been lost to drug overdoses, with nearly 75% involving opioids. Despite awareness of their addictive nature, pharmaceutical companies continue to aggressively market opioids, leading to a staggering number of victims struggling with addiction. In a shocking revelation, Suboxone film, a widely used medication for opioid addiction, has been linked to a severe side effect: tooth decay. Despite mounting evidence, the original labels for Suboxone film failed to warn consumers of this risk. Now, a Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) case has been organized against the makers of Suboxone film, with attorney Sara Watkins appointed to leadership in the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee.
In the fight against the opioid crisis, a new overdose reversal drug called Opvee has emerged as a potential game-changer. Opvee, or nalmefene, has shown promising results in clinical trials and is now being used by law enforcement agencies in several states. This nasal spray is more potent than naloxone, the current standard for overdose reversal, and may increase survival rates for those experiencing overdoses.
Thousands of online advertisements have been discovered promoting the sale of nitazenes, a potent class of synthetic opioids linked to numerous deaths. Nitazenes have been sold on platforms such as SoundCloud and X and have been linked to nearly 150 deaths in the UK alone. Despite claims of legitimacy, many suppliers admit to disguising the drugs in dog food and catering supplies to evade detection. Over £4.2 million in Bitcoin has been transferred to supplier accounts, highlighting the illicit profits involved.
