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A/Prof Suzanne Nielsen

Associate Professor and Deputy Director, Monash Addiction Research Centre, Monash University

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New opioid restrictions now in place

Opioids are strong medicines used for pain. The new rules – including reducing pack sizes and restrictions around prescribing – are part of a range of changes planned for prescription opioid medicines to be phased in over the next year or so.

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New opioid restrictions now in place

Opioids are strong medicines used for pain. The new rules – including reducing pack sizes and restrictions around prescribing – are part of a range of changes planned for prescription opioid medicines to be phased in over the next year or so.

By A/Prof Suzanne Nielsen
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Young people are using benzos recreationally

Anecdotal reports from some professionals have prompted concerns about young people using prescription benzodiazepines such as Xanax for recreational use.

By Dr Nicole Lee, A/Prof Suzanne Nielsen
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More people are trying medicinal cannabis for chronic pain

Medicinal cannabis refers to legally prescribed cannabis products. These are either the plant itself, or naturally occurring ingredients extracted from the plant.

By A/Prof Suzanne Nielsen, Myfanwy Graham
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New data shows a jump in older people dying from drug overdoses

When we talk about drug overdose deaths, many of us imagine a problem that affects young people.

By A/Prof Suzanne Nielsen, Tina Lam
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