The Future of Pain Care at a National Level

The Future of Pain Care at a National Level


Pain is a public health problem, affecting 100 million Americans, and costing up to $635 billion annually. Chronic pain is under-treated, reduces quality of life, and can become a disease in its own right. 

 

 

In response, the National Institutes of Health has launched the National Pain Strategy. Learn what you can do to make an impact for those persons suffering with high-impact chronic pain. 

 

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Additional Resources

http://www.iom.edu/Reports/2011/Relieving-Pain-in-America-A-Blueprint-for-transforming-Prevention-Care-Education-Research.aspx