How deep-rooted medical bias creates deadly consequences for addiction patients
First publishedAug 6, 08:39 UTC
Last updatedAug 6, 10:49 UTC · 2m ago
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Addiction treatments are safe, effective — and rarely offered to patients. That's because many doctors and nurses still view people with alcohol or drug addiction with suspicion and hostility.(Image credit: Milwaukie Police Department)
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- What's the story?
- Addiction treatments are safe, effective — and rarely offered to patients. That's because many doctors and nurses still view people with alcohol or drug addiction with suspicion and hostility.(Image credit: Milwaukie Police Department)
- How widely is it covered?
- 2 outlets, average source rating 8.5/10.
- When was it last updated?
- 2m ago.
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Most U.S. doctors avoid treating patients with addiction, leaving millions vulnerable
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