US sees new record for overdose deaths in 12-month period
The U.S. saw a new record of overdose deaths in one year between May 2019 and May 2020, with 81,230 people dying from an overdose, according …
‘Disturbing’ jump in opioid overdoses in Niagara has a group speaking out
These deaths most often occur in private residences. OPENN says with opioids, they always stress the importance of not using alone, but with the COVID …
DEA Warns of Alarming Rise in Drug Use; NY Sees 214% Increase in Meth Seizures
Although shadowed by COVID-19-related deaths, fatal drug overdoses continue to climb, according to the DEA. Published 6 mins ago • Updated 6 …
Overdose Prevention Programs Bill Introduced In New Mexico
“Overdose prevention programs in hundreds of other cities across the world have proven to link people who use drugs to treatment and other services, …
Pa. overdose deaths likely to increase because of pandemic disruption
Overdose drug deaths were higher month over month for the first half of 2020 as compared to the same months in 2019, according to updates given by …
North Huntingdon traffic stop yields stamp bags connected to drug overdose deaths
Stamp bags of drugs with a specific marking have been linked to numerous overdoses and deaths in the area, North Huntingdon police said in arrest …
Berks County drug deaths in 2020 eclipse record set in previous year [Chart]
Heroin and fentanyl seized in the drug raid recently in Reading. Authorities say fentanyl often is mixed with street drugs such as heroin, cocaine and …
Woman sentenced for drug trafficking that led to opioid overdose deaths
Woman sentenced for drug trafficking that led to opioid overdose deaths. staff reports. An Eastern District of Texas federal courthouse sits in downtown …
Drug Deaths During Pandemic; Toddlers and Touchscreens; Agent Orange and Dementia
Drug overdoses during COVID-19: NPR looked at how the pandemic may be fueling opioid deaths. President Trump signed the ALS Disability …
Stirling soup kitchen volunteers rocked over triple death tragedy
Stirling soup kitchen volunteers rocked over triple death tragedy … have engaged with since the project commenced have died of drugs overdose. … “If we are to prevent more drug deaths, urgent and radical intervention is required.