"Dopesick" (book)

"Dopesick" is a non-fiction book by Beth Macy that investigates the opioid epidemic in the United States. It explores how Purdue Pharma’s marketing of OxyContin contributed to widespread addiction, examining the roles of pharmaceutical companies, doctors, government agencies, and affected communities. The book blends investigative journalism with personal stories to reveal the roots and devastating impact of opioid abuse, highlighting systemic issues in healthcare and corporate practices that fueled the crisis. Overall, it provides a detailed, accessible account of one of the most significant public health disasters in recent history.