Pain scores were similar despite opioid consumption decreasing.

An algorithm from the state of Michigan’s prescription drug monitoring system rated a third of patients who’d recently undergone bariatric surgery at U-M Health in the high-risk category.

Some pharmacies participated in the standing order but did not have any naloxone available on the shelf.

The increased number of deceased donor liver transplants related to alcoholic hepatitis — up more than 50 percent over predicted numbers — was associated with rising alcohol sales.

The top 5% of prescribers account for half of opioid prescriptions and high risk prescriptions to children and young adults.

An analysis finds a “one size fits all” approach to prescribing opioids after surgery poses risks for addiction in certain patients.