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What led to the increased use of morphine in the 1990s?
Growing acceptance of its use for chronic pain
Where is heroin being increasingly found besides urban areas?
Rural communities
What is the recommended course of action for doctors who want to prescribe a morphine dose higher than 80mg?
Refer to a specialist
What is a characteristic of morphine that differs from heroin?
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What is the trend observed in opioid abuse between 2000 and 2002?
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Why is heroin not commonly used in medical settings in the United States?
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Which countries have lax laws regarding opioid prescription amounts?
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What is the goal of the disease management programs (DMP) by 2022?
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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, how many people died from heroin overdose in 2019?
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What is the typical age range of individuals who use heroin?
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What is a potential advantage of buprenorphine over morphine?
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What is a possible outcome of Oregon's legalization of small amounts of hard drugs in 2020?
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