OPIOID

This study tests a smartphone-based game designed to improve opioid safety knowledge and attitudes among adolescents (ages 12-18) and their parents after an emergency department visit. About 244 parent-teen pairs will play the game and complete surveys over 9 months. The goal is …

This study looks at whether a combination of non-opioid pain medicines works as well as fentanyl for children aged 5-10 with mild to moderate sleep apnea who are having their tonsils removed. The goal is to control pain effectively while reducing breathing problems and other side…

This study looks at how much opioid pain medicine patients need after chest surgery (thoracotomy) and what factors affect their pain. Researchers will track 35 adults to see how opioid use relates to complications and hospital stay length. The goal is to find better ways to manag…

This study looks at whether giving dentists personalized reports and educational materials can reduce how often they prescribe opioids for dental pain. About 3,500 dentists in British Columbia will take part. The goal is to see if these tools help change prescribing habits and im…

This study looks at how well immunotherapy works in people with advanced lung cancer who also have moderate to severe pain and take opioid painkillers. Researchers want to see if the level of pain control or the use of opioids changes how effective the cancer treatment is. About …