Epidemic
Despite progress fighting the overdose epidemic, outdated policies are ‘costing lives’
Drug overdose deaths decreased slightly in 2023 compared with the previous year but still remain at a near-historic high, according to an AMA report.
Opioid awareness, Part 2: Stomping the stigma and a mom’s view, with Cammie Wolf Rice
In this episode, guest Cammie Wolf Rice discusses the opioid crisis, how it impacted her life and family and her foundation’s mission to combating the epidemic and spreading awareness.
Q&A: Myopia Awareness Week draws attention to ‘largest eye threat of the 21st century’
Myopia Awareness Week is May 13-19 and serves to bring awareness to the “significant problem” of myopia, the danger of which is often underestimated, according to Fuensanta A. Vera-Diaz, OD, PhD, FAAO.
US’s STD epidemic worsened again in 2023
Rates of STDs continue to rise in the United States, with CDC data showing increases year after year.
2 in 10 parents aware of myopia epidemic, according to Vision Council report
Only two in 10 parents are aware of the myopia epidemic, and about two in five parents know what myopia is, according to research from the Vision Council.
Awareness campaign highlights ‘growing epidemic’ of myopia in children
The “growing epidemic” of nearsightedness in children worldwide is the focus of Myopia Awareness Week, May 22 to 26, according to a press release.
In proclamation, Biden notes ‘hidden epidemic’ of viral hepatitis
According to HHS, many of the more than 3.2 million people in the United States with hepatitis B or C are not aware of their infection, raising their risk for severe complications or death and risking further spread of the viruses.
Juul to pay $462 million for its part in youth vaping epidemic
E-cigarette manufacturer Juul Labs must pay $462 million in the largest multistate agreement to date for the company that has been scrutinized for its advertisements and flavors that appeal to youth, according to a press release.
Geriatric drug overdose deaths in US quadrupled over 20 years
From 2002 to 2021, the rate of drug overdose death among people aged 65 years or older quadrupled, according to data published in JAMA Psychiatry.
Global NAFLD prevalence rose 50% over 20 years, with hotspots in North Africa, Middle East
CHARLOTTE, N.C. —Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease prevalence rose more than 50% globally from 1990 to 2019, with African and Middle Eastern regions identified as hotspots, according to data presented at ACG Annual Scientific Meeting.