Big Pharma in the Overdose Crisis - A Former Drug Rep Speaks Out

This course explores the ethical implications of pharmaceutical sales practices, focusing on the marketing of opioids and addiction medicine. The learning outcomes include understanding the impact of misleading sales messages, the role of whistleblowers in the industry, and the importance of industry oversight by policymakers. The course teaches critical thinking skills, ethical decision-making, and advocacy for public health. The teaching method involves a TEDx talk format, combining personal experiences with research insights. The intended audience includes healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in the pharmaceutical industry's influence on public health.