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91% of patients who survive opioid overdose are prescribed more opioids

Boston Medical Center study of chronic pain treatment revealed that 91% of people, who survived opioid overdose continued to receive prescription of the same drug afterwards. In 2013, 16,235 people died due to opioid overdose. LaRochelle believed that doctors are practicing "in a good faith effort", but the tools they use does not identify high-risk patients.

American CEOs: US economy remains gloomy, tax code uncompetitive

A majority of chief executives expressed their concerns over the US economy and not willing to spend more in 2016. They said US tax code is not competitive and driving many companies to leave the US as they prefer tax havens.

'Nano Terminator' Particles: Made from liquid metal, Seeks and destroys cancer cells

Liquid metal particles created by researchers have shown that they can send chemotherapy drugs directly to cancerous cells and also allow doctors to find cancerous areas.

Biogen to cut 880 jobs and end several research projects in company restructuring

Biogen stated that it will cut about 880 jobs and stop some research project in drug developments due to the company restructuring. The move will save $250 million in a year and will be invested back for more promising programs.

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Hong Kong's Status as an International Financial Center at Crossroads

Hong Kong lost its status as a global financial hub amidst shifting rankings and regulatory hurdles. Read the implications of China's tightening grip and cross-border capital flow uncertainties.

Are Meme Stocks a Risky Bet or a Chance for Big Gains?

Tuesday saw a spike in the value of several "meme stocks," or businesses whose valuation is driven more by social media talk than by more conventional economic factors like growth and profitability.

Hong Kong's Financial Status Plummets EUI from Fourth to Ninth Place Amidst Global Rankings and China's Grip

Hong Kong's business ecosystem has caused the EIU to downgrade it to ninth place and the Global Financial Centers Index to rank it fourth.

Heat Wave Hack: How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Breaking the Bank

You could find yourself rushing to lower the thermostat's setting more frequently if scorching temperatures are predicted.

US Cites "Spying Concerns" in Banning Chinese Crypto Miner Near Nuclear Base

Citing fears about espionage, US President Joe Biden has ordered a Chinese-owned bitcoin miner and its partners to sell land they hold close to a US nuclear missile station.

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Can Taxing the Rich Save Social Security?

Due to a budget deficit, Social Security may not be able to provide retired Americans with their full payments in around ten years.

Trump Allies Gather as Cohen Testifies on 'Hush Money' Allegations

House Speaker Mike Johnson was among a group of close Republican allies of Donald Trump who showed up in the Manhattan criminal courthouse on Tuesday to express support for the former president while his attorneys tried to discredit the key witness in the "hush money" trial.