US opioid crisis: Pharmaceutical giants reach deal to avoid lawsuit

Subscribe to France 24 now: http://f24.my/youtubeEN FRANCE 24 live news stream: all the latest news 24/7 http://f24.my/YTliveEN This week, four major drug companies reached a settlement of $260 million with two Ohio counties over responsibility for the opioid epidemic. In the United States, it kills around 130 people every single day. The crisis has devastated entire communities, torn families apart and left many people without a future. But in some places, there are glimmers of hope. We take a closer look. Visit our website: http://www.france24.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://f24.my/youtubeEN Like us on Facebook:   / france24.english   Follow us on Twitter:   / france24_en