What You Need to Know About the Opioid Settlement Funds

The money, which comes from companies like Purdue Pharma, McKesson, CVS, and others that made, distributed, and sold opioid painkillers,  is meant as restitution for their roles in fueling the epidemic. KFF Health News senior correspondent Aneri Pattani breaks down the money’s path – from when it lands to how it’s spent.

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Aneri Pattani
Reporter and narration

Hannah Norman
Producer and animator

Oona Tempest
Illustrator and creative director

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