Philadelphia settles $110M lawsuit with Walgreens over opioid crisis, with Walgreens paying $22M annually for 5 years for drug education, treatment, and prevention.

Philadelphia has settled a $110M lawsuit with Walgreens over the pharmacy chain's alleged role in fueling the city's opioid crisis. The settlement will see Walgreens pay $22M annually for five years, with funds to be used on drug education, treatment, and prevention efforts in Philadelphia's most impacted neighborhoods. Walgreens denies any liability or wrongdoing in the case.

April 19, 2024
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