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Drugs June 11, 2024

NY family loses daughter to fentanyl overdose after taking 1 pill

Paige Gibbons, 19, died after taking just one pill that she thought was Percocet, her parents said – now, they are telling her story in an attempt to save other parents their heartache.

Health June 10, 2024

Several groups say cannabis may help aging Americans manage pain

Senior citizens over age 65 have sharply increased their marijuana use, with many doing so for pain management rather than prescription drugs. A pilot project may make it easier to obtain.

FOOD June 10, 2024

Mushroom-infused 'microdosing' chocolate bars are sending people to the hospital, prompting investigation: FDA

The FDA released an advisory about Diamond Shruumz "microdosing" chocolate bars on Friday. Consumers are warned to not eat the products, which may cause seizures and nausea.

Media June 8, 2024

San Francisco not sure if latest effort to curb drug epidemic is helping addicts get sober: Report

Several San Francisco fentanyl users told The San Francisco Chronicle that the city's aggressive drug enforcement hasn't encouraged them to seek substance abuse treatment.

Hunter Biden investigation explained June 7, 2024

Hunter Biden trial enters day 5 after testimony from sister-in-law-turned-girlfriend: 'Panicked'

Hunter Biden was in court for the fourth day Thursday over charges related to violating federal gun laws, which largely focused on testimony from former girlfriend Hallie Biden.

HEALTH June 6, 2024

Drinking alcohol before sleeping on a plane could be dangerous, study suggests

Consuming alcohol and then falling asleep on a plane could lead to a drop in blood oxygen levels and a spike in heart rate, a new study has found. Multiple doctors shared insights.

Hunter Biden June 4, 2024

Drug addiction becomes common thread amid jury selection in Hunter Biden trial

The jury in the Hunter Biden trial in Wilmington, Delaware, was selected and seated Monday afternoon ahead of opening statements kicking off on Tuesday.

Media June 3, 2024

San Francisco business owner refuses to be victim after $300K burglary, remains hopeful about future

San Francisco business owner Ben Wang told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital why he refuses to give up on the city even though his fashion shop has been robbed twice.

Vermont May 31, 2024

Vermont Gov. Scott vetoes 'safe injection site' proposal

Republican Vermont Gov. Phil Scott has vetoed the Democratic Legislature's proposal to create a pilot "safe injection site" for drug users in Burlington.

Atlanta May 30, 2024

Atlanta senior home plagued by 'junkie' squatters, rampant crime, residents say

Residents of an Atlanta senior home are begging from relief after a string of arrests and a group of squatters that have plagued their property.

US May 29, 2024

FDA warns that nicotine-like chemicals in vapes may be more potent than nicotine

Nicotine alternatives are being introduced in vapes in the U.S. and abroad. These synthetic substances might be more potent and addictive than traditional nicotine.