The medical officer of health for the Northwestern Health Unit wants to see more discussion in dealing with the withdrawal of Oxycontin. Doctor James Arthur says it's an issue that simply one agency alone can't solve. Arthur says placing blame for the reasons behind the drug's high use in Ontario does little to address the problem.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
NWHU talks oxy addiction
The medical officer of health for the Northwestern Health Unit wants to see more discussion in dealing with the withdrawal of Oxycontin. Doctor James Arthur says it's an issue that simply one agency alone can't solve. Arthur says placing blame for the reasons behind the drug's high use in Ontario does little to address the problem.
