July 17, 2024
Opioid/Substance Use Disorders | Tea Leaves
  • A KHN article discusses how opioid funds are used across the nation, following a Supreme Court decision impacting settlements with opioid manufacturers. California, set to receive over $4 billion, has begun allocating funds to combat the opioid crisis through various local initiatives. These include purchasing naloxone kits, funding addiction treatment programs, and supporting harm reduction efforts aimed at vulnerable populations like the homeless. Despite efforts to ensure transparency, many jurisdictions have faced criticism for their lack of clarity in spending, prompting scrutiny and advocacy from affected communities. (Article here)