How deep-rooted medical bias creates deadly consequences for addiction patients

NPR News Thursday 06 August 2026, 09:52 UTC By Brian Mann 1 min read

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Addiction treatments are safe, effective — and rarely offered to patients. That's because many doctors and nurses still view people with alcohol or drug addiction with suspicion and hostility.(Image credit: Milwaukie Police Department)

Addiction treatments are safe, effective — and rarely offered to patients. That's because many doctors and nurses still view people with alcohol or drug addiction with suspicion and hostility.

(Image credit: Milwaukie Police Department)

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Milwaukie Police Department (ORG)

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How deep-rooted medical bias creates deadly consequences for addiction patients

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