On August 31, the world pauses to remember all those who have been impacted by substance use disorders. International Overdose Awareness Day, which works to raise awareness of overdoses and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, is a reminder that addiction impacts children as well as adults. “As we remember our loved ones who have […]
A Common Sense Approach To Treating Pain
The headlines about prescription opioid addiction and fatal overdoses are enough to scare any parent whose child needs pain medication. But you needn’t fear giving your child prescribed painkillers, said Dr. Ibrahim Farid, chair of anesthesia and pain medicine at Akron Children’s Hospital. Opioid medications pose little risk of addiction if they are used as […]
