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A History of Opioids
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1media/Title Slide for History of Opioids.jpg2020-05-04T21:46:14+00:00About the Opioid Project2plain2020-05-04T22:15:09+00:00As a part of the Oberlin College Libraries’ 2020 exhibition Oberlin’s Women: A Legacy of Leadership & Activism, this presentation History of Opioids from China to Oberlin investigates the relationship between opium and its history with women.
By looking at the history of opium, its original medicinal role, and its eventual transformation into recreational usage, it will be demonstrated that the current opioid crisis in the United States and its impact on women’s health can be traced back to the 19th century’s prescription to and consumption of legal opiates.
Through objects, archival materials, and photos related to opium and women, this becomes a reference for Oberlin College students, faculty, and staff.
