- A federal judge yesterday ordered CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart to pay $650 million to two Ohio counties, claiming the way they distributed opioids caused severe harm and created a public nuisance. The judge’s verdict is the first federal ruling to put a price tag on pharmacies’ role in the opioid crisis. The proceedings could set a precedent for other local governments. The three pharmacy chains disagreed with the court decision and said they will appeal. (Articles here, here, here, and here)
August 18, 2022
Opioid/Substance Use Disorders