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NIDA Director Dr. Nora Volkow on Drug Addiction, the Opioid Crisis & Recovery. Plus, Actress Faith Jones on Her Role in Jesus Christ Superstar
Posted on · A look at drug issues facing the country today and how they’ve changed.
Tag: opioid addiction
Houston Matters
Solutions to end traffic fatalities (Feb. 18, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: We discuss what efforts and measures could successfully reduce the number of traffic fatalies on Texas roads.
Houston Matters
Monday’s Show: Energy Independence, And Houston’s Top Sports Moments (Jan. 13, 2020)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: Has America truly achieved energy independence? Then a local veterinarian answers your questions. Plus, we rank the Top 5 greatest moments in Houston sports history. And we recap the Texans playoff game.
Houston Matters
When Should Doctors Prescribe Opioid Painkillers?
Posted on · At an upcoming seminar, Houston doctors will discuss the ethical concerns they face when prescribing opioids.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Opioid Intervention, And Harvey Recovery Update (June 18, 2018)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: Could Houston house immigrant minors detained at the U.S.-Mexico border? Then, a new report says thousands of homes are at risk from rising tides. Also, we learn about a new intervention program for opioid abuse. We get an update on Harvey recovery efforts. And we discuss the latest Houston sports news.
News
Drugmakers Spent Millions Promoting Opioids To Patient Groups, Senate Report Says
Posted on · The report released by Missouri Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill says the cozy relationship between pain advocacy groups and pharmaceutical companies may have played a key role in the opioid crisis