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Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

The Monetization of Wellness

The Monetization of Wellness

Katie Peurrung, Deputy Photo Editor April 16, 2018
Wealth should not be health. Healthy choices should be accessible to everyone, regardless of economic class.
The misuse of opioids including prescription drugs has become a serious national epidemic.

University Experts Discuss Opioid Epidemic Struggle and Solutions

Kristina Hayhurst, Deputy News Editor April 2, 2018
NYU researchers look into the causes, effects and potential solutions to the opioid crisis in America.
Opioid Epidemic Starts With Corrupt Doctors

Opioid Epidemic Starts With Corrupt Doctors

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor March 19, 2018
NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing professor Holly Hagan recently discussed the negative role of doctors in the Opioid Crisis. While President Donald Trump is concerned with building his wall, the doctors on the inside are overprescribing drugs to their patients
Trump’s Opioid Declaration Falls Short

Trump’s Opioid Declaration Falls Short

Jacob Bass, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Despite his ostensibly unwavering stance, however, Trump failed to declare the opioid epidemic as a national disaster this past Thursday, and instead has announced it as a national public health emergency.
Residential Staff Should Be Trained for Opioid Overdose Prevention

Residential Staff Should Be Trained for Opioid Overdose Prevention

WSN Editorial Board April 25, 2017
Amidst the recent rise in opioid-related deaths, sporadic opioid overdose training is not enough to combat. The university must begin educating its residential life staff on how to deal with opioid overdoses.