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It’s complicated: Opioids for low back painA state-of-the-art review in The BMJ by Dr. Michael Von Korff and two colleagues describes an array of complications from long-term opioid use for chronic low back pain.
Opioids for chronic pain: Finding hope in advocacy and researchIn our first blog post by a patient, Dave Duhrkoop shares his experience with chronic pain and opioid medications—highlighting the role advocacy and research play in improving care and outcomes.
In ‘Fifty Shades of Grey,’ portrayal of sexual abuse is black and whiteSpeaking with Business Insider, Dr. Amy Bonomi explains how the number-one box office hit clearly glorifies sexual violence.
Group Health and Dr. Mike Evans release new whiteboard video on drinking habits“Let’s Rethink How We Drink” takes a fun, informative approach to learning about health effects of alcohol.
The Who was wrong: We should hope to get oldOld age does not equal unhappiness, says Dr. Eric B. Larson in King’s Review, a magazine from University of Cambridge, UK.
Measles and vaccine safety: a vaccine scientist’s viewAs parents, we worry about vaccine safety. But I believe the CDC when they say that measles is serious and the vaccine is safe. Here’s why.
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