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How a White House staffer became a victim of the opioid crisis
More than 70,000 people died from drug overdoses last year. Many more people are struggling with addiction and recovery. Former White House staffer Ryan Hampton spent 10 years as an addict. He’s now in long-term recovery.
By Madeleine Brand • • 45m ListenMore than 70,000 people died from drug overdoses last year. Many more people are struggling with addiction and recovery. Former White House staffer Ryan Hampton spent 10 years as an addict. He’s now in long-term recovery.
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Read the story7 minOpioid crisis: The difference between treatment and recovery
Last year, more than 70,000 people died from drug overdoses, mostly from opioids, including prescription painkillers such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Fentanyl. Drug overdoses have become the number one cause of death for Americans under age 50.
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Apple is hyping its new iPhone models at its annual event today in Cupertino, California. CEO Tim Cook says they’re taking it to the next level. The next, biggest, possibly best level is called the iPhone XS MAX.
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