Opioid prescribing in the UK remains a complex challenge for both patients and...

https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/britains-opioid-crisis-is-killing-thousands-and-were-still-handing-out-the-pills-5HjdWq4_2/

Opioid prescribing in the UK remains a complex challenge for both patients and clinicians. With 5565 recorded deaths linked to these medicines in 2025, it is clear that long-term use carries significant risks that are often overlooked