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Series 1: 3. The Fifth Vital Sign
OxyContin is marketed in ever more aggressive ways as doctors are coaxed into rethinking their approach to patients’ pain. Rick and Randy investigate the world of pain societies.\n\nDoctor Finnix begins to taper Betsy off OxyContin, with unexpected consequences. Bridget sees the toll the drug is taking on communities. Meanwhile, as sales climb, Richard Sackler has even more ambitious plans in store for his new drug.
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