Marsha Stanton

If patients aren’t seeing lower costs, what are PDABs actually solving? States are testing UPLs—but real savings aren’t guaranteed. If affordability is the goal, this matters. What do you think policymakers should be focusing on? #HealthPolicy #PatientAdvocacy #PatientRights

Opioid reversal outcomes show gaps in response to potent fentanyl analogs and highlight the urgency for rapid emergency care. painmedicinenews.com/a/vjoBAA/t

Can betrayal increase physical pain? New research in U.S. combat veterans links betrayal—not wrongdoing—to higher pain intensity and reduced mobility. 🔗 painmedicinenews.com/a/SDoBAA/t #painmedicine #chronicpain

Handling hazardous drugs? Risk assessment isn’t optional—it’s essential. USP <800> requires Assessments of Risk (AoRs) to protect staff and patients. 🔗 painmedicinenews.com/a/ujkBAA/t #USP800

Babies Are Bleeding to Death as Parents Reject a Vitamin Shot Given at Birth medpagetoday.com/publichealthpo… Babies aren't bleeding to death here in Spain. Great to live in a country in which healthcare policy is still driven by science rather than conspiracy theories.

Join Empowered Relief®, a live, online pain education & skills program. Learn practical strategies to manage pain, create a personal relief plan, and receive a free relaxation audio to use anytime. Register now: members.aspmn.org/members/evr/re…

A striking shift in overdose trends: ▪ Fentanyl + stimulant deaths in older adults: +9,000% (2015–2023) New CDC-based analysis highlights an evolving risk landscape: painmedicinenews.com/a/MDgBAA/t #geriatrics

Happy National Nurses Week! 💙 Pain Management Nurses care for people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities—in every setting where pain exists. From bedside to research, clinics to classrooms, and everywhere in between, their impact is profound. aspmn.org

Funding restored. Research supported. Care pathways strengthened. The new federal budget signals a renewed commitment to pain and addiction care. Read more: painmedicinenews.com/a/SDkBAA/t #PainMedicine #healthcare

Trouble sleeping with chronic pain? 💤 Dr. Wendy Wright, DNP, shares insights on the latest pharmacologic options for managing insomnia in these patients. Learn more ⬇️ painmedicinenews.com/a/WToBAA/t #Insomnia #ChronicPain #SleepHealth #PainManagement

Two decades strong: The International Pain Foundation has transformed lives through education on rare diseases, mental health summits, and advocacy. Our 20-year ad highlights key pillars like resources, rescue, and research. In 2026, we're expanding with more individualized care tools. Thank you to our supporters – let's keep pushing for better pain management worldwide. Donate at internationalpain.org! Free digital access at InternationalPain.org. #ChronicPain #iPainAnniversary

New data shows routine perioperative glucose testing can cut surgical site infections, boost recovery & reduce readmissions. Standardizing this could transform surgery outcomes! painmedicinenews.com/a/HToBAA/t #ERAS #PatientSafety #Surgery #HealthcareInnovation

Poster submissions for the ASPMN 36th Annual Conference are open until July 18, 2026 🗓️ Pittsburgh, PA | October 21–24, 2026 Theme: Pain Management and Technology: Navigating the Currents Learn more: aspmn2026conference.oa-event.com/abstracts

Pain doesn’t end at discharge. New research highlights how pain impacts older adults and caregivers during the hospital-to-home transition. 🔗 painmedicinenews.com/a/CjoBAA/t #chronicpain

And that's just the beginning of it. See: Madras BK. The President’s Commission on combating drug addiction and the opioid crisis: origins and recommendations. Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2018;103(6):943–945.

Ibuprofen alone = just as effective for kids’ injury pain ➕ Adding acetaminophen or opioids? No added benefit ⚠️ Opioids = more side effects: painmedicinenews.com/a/RzkBAA/t #Pediatrics #PainMedicine

Should the U.S. adopt international reference pricing for drugs—yes or no? We brought together global patient advocates to explore the real-world impact and better alternatives. See what we found 👇 aimedalliance.org/new-report-int…

This #MayDay, we honor workers here in California and across the country. Let us all continue the fight for better working conditions, fair wages, and the right to organize.

Embedding specialty pharmacists in care for inflammatory diseases = real results 💊📈 Significant drops in pain & flares + higher satisfaction for MS pts w/ new SC ocrelizumab. Read more 👉 painmedicinenews.com/a/RjoBAA/t #NASP2025 #Pharmacy #MS #Rheumatology

New study links pre-op psychological well-being to post-mastectomy pain + recovery outcomes. Mental health matters in surgical care 🩺💪 Read more 👉 painmedicinenews.com/a/9TkBAA/t #BreastCancer #SurgeryRecovery #MentalHealth #NursingResearch