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U.K. Researchers Report Finding Xylazine in Illicit Weed Vapes
The powerful sedative xylazine is turning up in THC vapes and counterfeit pills, according to researchers in the U.K.
Smoking Surpasses Injection as Leading Ingestion Method in Overdose Deaths
A recent CDC study has shown that more people appear to be smoking fentanyl than injecting it, and it’s killing them.
Cannabis Still the World’s Most Used Substance, UN Report Says
According to the United Nations, there are an estimated 219 million cannabis users worldwide, with that number trending upward.
Majority of Los Angeles Overdose Deaths Caused by Fentanyl
A recent report from Los Angeles County health officials shows that fentanyl caused nearly 60% of the region’s overdose deaths in 2022.
‘Pain Hustlers’ on Netflix Shows Dark Side of Big Pharma
Opioids and the corruption of Big Pharma wreak havoc for the characters of Pain Hustlers on Netflix.
Fentanyl Overdoses See Dramatic Spike in U.S., According to Report
Nearly 70,000 Americans died of fentanyl overdoses in 2021.
Fentanyl Crisis Behind Record Homeless Death Toll in Seattle
More people experiencing homelessness died of fentanyl overdoses in Seattle, Washington than ever before.
Kellyanne Conway Connects Weed With ‘Overdose Deaths’ in Pennsylvania Race Discussion
Conway was subsequently dragged on social media and in the news for her take on marijuana and overdoses.
Biden Signs Bill To Take On Rising Meth Abuse
The new law declares methamphetamine as an “emerging drug threat.”
Researchers Developing Vaccine to Fight Opioid Use Disorder
A new vaccine being developed could be used to help those prone to Opioid Use Disorder and opiate addiction.