Opioid Overdose: New Demographic Data Reveal Related Comorbidities

Before you prescribe an opioid, take into account whether your patient has a mental health disorder or a chronic illness. A new study shows that a significant proportion of patients who visit emergency departments with opioid overdoses have comorbid mental health disorders, circulatory diseases, and respiratory diseases. Details here.
Source: Consultant Live - Category: Primary Care Source Type: news