The opioid epidemic is one of the most significant healthcare crises of our time, and it shows no sign of abating. One recent study revealed that prescriptions for opioid painkillers have remained steady, despite widespread awareness of their addictive nature.
This page offers links to Ovid® resources that can help healthcare professionals better understand and address the challenges of opioid addiction. You’ll find articles on current research, textbooks, and journals for deep-dive research, saved Ovid® searches—and even updates from the CDC.
Guidelines & Reports from the CDC
Saved Database Searches on the Ovid® Platform
Articles on Current/Recent Research
Additional Info for Nurses
Point-of-Care Topics from UpToDate®
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