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What can your DNA say about your risk of opioid addiction?
ScienceThe FDA approved the first genetic test to identify opioid use disorder—but some experts say these kinds of tests have limitations. Here’s what to know.Published January 31, 2024A new test suggests that, with a bit of your DNA, it can help identify whether you have a genetic susceptibility to opioid use disorder.Aided by an influx
Addiction Experts Fear the Fallout if California Legalizes Sports Betting
Since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2018 that states could legalize betting on sports, California — with 40 million people and numerous professional teams — has been the great white whale, eluding gambling companies and casino-hosting tribal communities. At stake is $3.1 billion in annual revenue, according to one industry consulting firm. It’s little