USA. Guest Editorial – Federal Policymakers Should Read the Drug Policy Research They've Funded
USA. Guest Editorial – Federal Policymakers Should Read the Drug Policy Research They've Funded
The federal government recently reported a stunning 27% drop in drug overdose deaths. It’s a positive omen, but it risks lulling policymakers into a false sense of accomplishment when more work must be done. Let’s not forget that overdose deaths are still unacceptably high, with tens of thousands of Americans dying each year and millions more needing evidence-based treatments. While we need further federal action to solve this crisis, not just any demand- or supply-side policies will work—they must be smart policies, informed by evidence. (ASAM, USA, Barbara “Basia” Andraka-Christou, JD, PhD, 08.07.2025)
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