Quantum mechanics and molecular dynamics reveal opioid binding complexities Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show there were about 107,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States in 2023. Of those, about 75%, or 81,000, involved opioids.

Opioid deaths soar: 81k in '23! 🚨 #Shock #EndOpioidCrisis

Source: phys.org/news/2025-02-quantum-mec...

With millions prescribed painkillers after surgery or injury, this is a major win for public health and safer pain management. 💊🚀 #NonOpioidPainRelief #PublicHealthWin #EndOpioidCrisis #AHealthierDemocracy