The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classify prescription drug abuse as the fastest growing drug problem in the United States (Office of National Drug Co [...]

The rate of prescription opioids for adolescent patients is increasing. Initial exposure to opioids is most commonly from prescriptions and the increasing rate of opioid [...]

January 2019 issue of the Scribe. Contents include: "Providence joins national drug nonprofit seeking stable, affordable generics supply," "Physicians Answering Service r [...]

Impact of a prescription drug copayment policy on prescription drug and health services utilization in an Oregon Medicaid population. Health care costs associated with th [...]

January 2014 issue of the Scribe. Contents include optic neuropathy and surgery, physician wages, risks and complications of prescription medicine, mobile health technolo [...]

Many senior adult patients often face the use of multiple medications with challenges in adhering to the agreed-upon regimens. This study focused on addressing health li [...]

Approximately 2 million Americans live with opioid use disorder (OUD), the majority of whom also have chronic pain. The disorder is associated with considerable morbidity [...]

Small, paper-wrapped package of Boxwood Bark (Cornus florida) pieces. Otherwise known as flowering dogwood, this plant was used to treat colic pains, headaches and backac [...]

Small, paper-wrapped package of Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus) pieces. As the name suggests, this plant is used for relief from muscle spasms, menstrual cramps, and pregnan [...]