Definitions for opioid epidemic
opi·oid epi·dem·ic

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1. Opioid epidemic

   The opioid epidemic, also referred to as the opioid crisis, is the phrase used to describe the overuse, misuse/abuse, and overdose deaths attributed either in part or in whole to the class of drugs opiates/opioids, and the significant medical, social, psychological, and economic consequences of both the medical and the non-medical or recreational use of these medications. Opioids are a diverse class of moderate to strong painkillers, including oxycodone (commonly sold under the trade names OxyContin and Percocet), hydrocodone (Vicodin, Norco) and a very strong painkiller, fentanyl, which is synthesized to resemble other opiates such as opium-derived morphine and heroin. The potency and availability of these substances, despite the potential risk of addiction and overdose, have made them popular both as medical treatments and as recreational drugs. Due to their sedative effects on the part of the brain which regulates breathing, the respiratory center of the medulla oblongata, opioids in high doses present the potential for respiratory depression and may cause respiratory failure and death.Opioids are highly effective for treating acute pain, but a debate rages over whether they are effective in treating chronic (long term) or high impact intractable pain, as the risks may outweigh the benefits.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of opioid epidemic in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of opioid epidemic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of opioid epidemic in a Sentence

1. Sheriff Billy Woods:

   For years, law enforcement has been battling the opioid epidemic here in Marion County, throughout the United States, and at our country’s borders, the senseless death of this innocent child is the ultimate tragedy, and it should serve as a reminder of why we must continue our fight to keep opiates out of our communities.

2. William Tong:

   Every dollar paid here is one dollar less for states like Connecticut trying to maximize money from Purdue and the Sacklers to abate the opioid epidemic, preserving Purdue's ability to continue selling opioids as a public benefit corporation is simply unacceptable. The timing of this agreement mere weeks before the election raises serious questions about whether DOJ political leadership was negotiating in the best interest of the American public.

3. Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter:

   The team and I remain laser focused on the goal we set since filing this lawsuit: holding those responsible for creating this crisis accountable and bring an end to the opioid epidemic in Oklahoma.

4. Maura Healey:

   For many years, Purdue, its executives, and members of The Sackler family have tried to shift the blame and hide their role in creating the opioid epidemic.

5. Attorney General James:

   Teva Pharmaceuticals USA and others misled the American people about the true dangers of opioids, which is why, in 2019, I made a promise that our team would hold them and the other manufacturers and distributors responsible for the opioid epidemic accountable for the suffering that they have caused.

References

1. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opioid_Epidemic