NY AG Schneiderman on Dealing With Opioid Crisis

The transcript discusses the opioid crisis, focusing on New York's challenges and responses. It highlights the rise in opioid-related deaths, law enforcement initiatives, and the I Stop program for prescription monitoring. The economic and social impacts are examined, along with legal and regulatory challenges. The role of insurance companies and barriers to treatment are addressed, emphasizing the need for federal and state legislation to combat the crisis effectively.

What has been the response of law enforcement to the opioid epidemic in rural areas?

How does the opioid crisis affect the economy in smaller communities?

What are the challenges in balancing pain relief and preventing addiction?

What is the importance of a federal solution to the opioid crisis as discussed in the text?