The Pain Wouldn’t Stop–Because Her Medication Had Been Stolen

September 17, 2021

(New York Times) – How often do older Americans fall victim to drug diversion, in which someone steals or tampers with prescription medications, particularly opioids, for personal use or for sale? Researchers and advocates trying to protect seniors from abuse and exploitation wish they knew. The data is sparse and scattered but hint at a significant problem. (Read Full Article)