Buccaneers of the Opioid Crisis

The "Buccaneers of the Opioid Crisis" refers to entities or individuals who profit from the widespread opioid epidemic, often by producing, marketing, or distributing addictive drugs like prescription opioids and illicit heroin or fentanyl. They exploit vulnerabilities, contributing to the surge in addiction, overdose deaths, and public health challenges. Recognizing these "buccaneers" highlights the role of certain industries and actors in fueling the crisis, emphasizing the need for accountability, regulation, and effective intervention to address the ongoing epidemic and its societal impacts.