Patients call buprenorphine a “magical” or “miracle” medication. At a time when opioid overdoses are skyrocketing, there’s an effort to get the treatment out to more people who are suffering. KCRA 3’s Brittany Johnson spoke to medical professionals on the pros and cons that come with increased access to the medication. More >> http://on.kcra.com/buprenorphine | KCRA 3

A Smarter Approach to Opioid Treatment In this short video, we explain why clinicians often limit long-term use of full-agonist opioids and the advantages of transitioning to medications like Suboxone. Key considerations include: * Reduced risk of tolerance escalation * Improved safety profile compared to full-agonist opioids * Lower overdose risk when used appropriately * A gradual, carefully supervised transition process This approach focuses on stability, safety, and long-term outcomes, recog