New investigation finds VA hooking vets on opiates
New investigation finds VA hooking vets on opiates
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An investigative report from The Center on Investigative Reporting found that VA hospitals are over prescribing painkillers and other opiates to vets struggling with PTSD, anxiety and other mental health issues. Reporter Aaron Glantz explains how these hospitals’ frequent and consistent distribution is leading to some overdose deaths.
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