Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America
by Beth Macy
Dopesick delves into America's opioid crisis, tracing how a powerful drug company, complicit doctors, and dealers contributed to the addiction of countless individuals. Beth Macy's investigative account exposes the mechanisms behind the epidemic and its profound effects on families and communities nationwide.
About This Book
Dopesick examines the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic on communities across America. It highlights how prescription painkillers led to widespread addiction and the subsequent rise in illegal drug use.
The book explores the involvement of pharmaceutical companies, medical professionals, and street-level dealers in perpetuating the crisis. Through compelling narratives, it reveals the human cost and systemic failures that allowed the problem to escalate.
Author Beth Macy draws on extensive reporting to uncover the origins and spread of opioid dependency, offering insights into the broader societal and economic consequences.
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