How opioid deaths tripled in Philly over a decade, and what may be behind a recent downturn
After nearly a decade of almost year-over-year increases in overdose deaths, the tide may finally be turning in Philadelphia.
Dangerous drugs are available at corner stores. Texas officials are doing little to crack down.
Hundreds of Texas convenience stores are selling untested, highly addictive and potentially deadly drugs as over-the-counter ...
I'm an addiction doctor, and I can't get lifesaving meds for many of my patients
Opioid overdoses kill each day. But it's easier to access fentanyl in Arizona than the medications that can help keep people ...
Poor sleep and addiction go hand in hand—understanding how could lead to new treatments for opioid use disorder
A good night's sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the nearly quarter of American adults struggling with ...
Billings Gazette4d
Kratom is unregulated and on the rise in Billings; health officials hope that changes
Kratom, an alcohol alternative with opioid-like effects, is becoming more popular in Billings. Local health officials hope a ...
Opioid addiction recovery gets boost in NJ as Rutgers opens treatment center, jobs website
The new Center for Recovery and Wellbeing and a Pathways to Recovery website seeks to break down barriers for those fighting addiction.
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Mindfulness help reduce opioid cravings, study finds
Reducing cravings is important because it lowers the likelihood of relapse and helps people stay committed to their recovery ...
Surviving an overdose can be excruciating. New research suggests it doesn’t have to be
Naloxone is a fantastic tool in reducing opioid deaths, but gentler versions would be helpful for fighting overdose ...
Drug deaths are down in one Ohio county and much of the U.S. Why is complex.
The story of Hamilton County is the story of much of America in 2025. Overdose deaths have fallen sharply, offering hope the ...
The Baltimore Sun14d
Baltimore City Council introduces bills to address child health care, opioid crisis
The drug works by blocking the effects of other opioids and is also useful for treating people experiencing withdrawal symptoms ... to treat the city’s opioid crisis. Other cities, such as ...