NOVAAddiction Season 45 Episode 12 | 53m 27s Hear firsthand from individuals struggling with addiction and follow the cutting-edge work of doctors and scientists as they investigate why addiction is not a moral failing, but a chronic, treatable medical condition. Easy access to drugs like heroin, fentanyl, and even prescription medications like OxyContin has fueled an epidemic of addiction—the deadliest in U.S. history. Aired: 09/25/18 Expires: 10/16/27 Rating: TV-14 Closed CaptioningVideo has closed captioning.Buy Now:PBSBuy DVDs checkmarkAdd to WatchlistWatch PreviewProblems Playing Video?Report a ProblemClosed CaptioningShare:Share this video on FacebookFacebookShare this video on TwitterTwitterShare this video on Google PlusGoogleShare this video via EmailE-mailEmbedEmbed Code for this videoEmbed CodeNOVAAddictionSeason 45 Episode 12Width in pixels px Height in pixels px Copied to your clipboardUnable to copyLabelCopy to ClipboardClick to copy embed code for videoCloseCloseReport a ProblemBefore you submit an error, please consult our Troubleshooting Guide.Type of ErrorVideo doesn't loadVideo loads, but doesn't playVideo jumps back/forwardOnly audio is streamingSponsorship playback errorOtherPlease add more detailsCancelSubmit ReportYour report has been successfully submitted. Thank you for helping us improve PBS Video.CloseCloseClose Learn More Down Can Cocaine Make Your Ears Rot? Cocaine is being mixed with a dangerous drug called levamisole that can destroy earlobes. Easing the Pain of Withdrawl A new device can help opioid patients detox by getting them over the painful withdrawal. Finding Alternatives to Opioids As the opioid crisis continues, doctors are exploring other ways of fighting pain. Opioids Beneath the Streets Sewage-sampling robots are delivering near real-time data about a community’s drug usage.Episode Links Shop NOVA Email Newsletter NOVA's "Addiction" Homepage
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