<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Is opioid addiction a major problem today?
<|assistant|>
Yes, opioid addiction is a major problem in the United States and many other countries today. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 130 people in the U.S. die every day from opioid overdose. The misuse and abuse of prescription opioids and heroin has been on the rise over the last decade, affecting individuals from all backgrounds and demographics.