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Atypical Episode 7
Atypical Episode 7
Atypical Episode 7
Saturday 9th February 2019
Dive into 'Atypical' Episode 7 for a unique look at Flakka, free meals' impact on opiate prescriptions, and Pharma's marketing tactics.
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Get the buttons here!Flakka, Free Meals, and Pharma: The Unseen Sides of Addiction Recovery
The number of marketing interactions with doctors, such as frequent free meals, was more strongly associated with overdose deaths than the amount spent.
Ever wondered how free meals can influence opiate prescriptions or what strippers have to do with Big Pharma? In this episode of 'Atypical', hosts Mary Crocker Cook and Gary Montrezza dive into some eyebrow-raising topics. From the synthetic drug Flakka to the murky world of pharmaceutical marketing, they leave no stone unturned. You'll hear about how marketers push designer drugs and the alarming ways these interactions can lead to overdose deaths.
The hosts also tackle the penalties doctors face for high opioid prescriptions and the dilemma patients encounter when denied treatment for chronic pain. As if that weren't enough, they explore the harmful effects of stress and inflammation on the body, wrapping up with a discussion on the importance of data security in healthcare. This episode promises to offer a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, mixing humor with hard-hitting facts.
Whether you're in recovery, a healthcare professional, or just curious about the subject, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.