Top Federal Health Official Says Drug Criminalization Is Contributing To Stigma And Overdoses During And After Pregnancy

A top federal drug official is blasting the criminalization of drug use by pregnant people and new parents, arguing that the resulting stigmatization is harming families and contributing to the overdose crisis. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Director Nora Volkow become a vocal critic of drug criminalization in the past several years, noting racial … Continue reading Top Federal Health Official Says Drug Criminalization Is Contributing To Stigma And Overdoses During And After Pregnancy