Maternal Opioid Crisis

The opioid epidemic has affected the lives of millions of Americans, including pregnant people experiencing opioid use disorder and their newborns. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Stephen Patrick, MD, speak about the specific effects of the opioid epidemic on pregnant people and the importance of improving their access to life-saving treatment. 

In the Q&A, Bristow updates on the status of bird flu and answers questions on a new pill for postpartum depression, the rise early onset cancer cases, and silicone vs plastics. Sick of the Week takes a dive into the ongoing listeria outbreak: what is it, how did it happen, and what you need to know.

For a full rundown on all the information shared in today’s episode, take a look at the Show Notes.

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