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Worries increase about incorrect use of pain relievers

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Abuse of painkillers, also known as opioid abuse, is a significant public health concern worldwide. The National Library of Medicine, an official website of the United States government, defines it as prescription drug misuse – taking painkillers in a way that is different from what the doctor prescribed. Painkillers, also called analgesics, are used to […]