opioids

Study gives more insight into molecular causes of different functions of opioid receptors

Drugs that target opioid receptors can have serious adverse effects. Every day, thousands of people worldwide die as a result of opioid overdoses, inc...

Sunday, April 14, 2024 2:00 PM

Study finds how opioid limits didn't change surgery patients' experience

A recent study revealed that concerns that surgical patients would have a more difficult recovery if their doctors were required to adhere to a five-d...

Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:35 PM

E-health lowers patient pain, opioids in clinical study

In a recent clinical research, an online "e-health" programme helped more persons with chronic pain reduce their opioid medicines and pain intensity t...

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 12:37 PM

Construction workers most likely to use drugs

Among all other professions, construction workers are most likely to use drugs such as opioids and cocaine, suggests a recent study.

Thursday, October 31, 2019 12:21 PM

Deficits in attention linked to increased alcohol use

According to the researchers, cognitive impairments are not a problem limited to addiction patients in treatment.

Thursday, June 22, 2017 3:56 PM