The new partnership will take steps to reduce stigma around opioid addiction, help people find resources, and stop attempts to violate online policies. (Photo: Shutterstock)
The U.S. government has done a lot over the last several months to try to stem the growing opioid epidemic, including declaring it a public health emergency, and most recently, passing a bipartisan bill providing funds and resources to combat it. But, as with all government regulation, implementation new measures is moving at a snail's pace.
Enter the private sector.
Three internet giants have joined forces to combat opioid addiction in America. Facebook, Google, and Twitter announced Tuesday that they are partnering as Tech Together to Fight the Opioid Crisis, allowing the companies to share best practices and seek effective ways to fight addiction to these dangerous drugs.
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