Novel Studies Deliver Crucial Insight on Opioid and Overall Drug Abuse Trends in U.S., Canada
69th AACC Annual Scientific Meeting Press ProgramA new study shows that a change in policy placing more restrictions on all hydrocodone-containing drugs has successfully decreased the use of certain opioids such as Vicodin. This research and a second study illuminating regional drug use trends in Canada were announced today at the 69th AACC Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego, and could help to guide future strategies for combatting addiction.