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What is xylazine? White House launches national response plan for combating drug deaths

The White House released a response plan this week to address the emerging threat of fentanyl combined with xylazine in the U.S. But, what is the drug and what are its effects?

White House calls for more research into ‘zombie drug,’ stops short of reclassifying it

The White House launched a plan Tuesday to counter a "zombie drug" growing in popularity, but did not mandate a classification of the substance for stricter regulations.

Ex-MA prison guard sentenced to year in prison for causing serious head injuries to handcuffed inmate

Seth Bourget, a former Massachusetts prison guard, has been sentenced to a year in prison for causing serious head injuries to a handcuffed inmate.

Ozempic diabetes and weight loss medication under investigation after a few reports of suicidal thoughts

The popular medications Ozempic and Saxenda from Novo Nordisk are being investigated after three people experienced an increase in thoughts of suicide and self-harm.

County health department to distribute foil, straws to fentanyl users, despite local mayor's wishes

Health department workers plan to distribute foil and straws to fentanyl users across Portland starting this month as part of their harm reduction efforts.

Network anchor suspended after allegedly paying cocaine-addicted teen for explicit photos

A well-known BBC host who has not been identified was suspended after allegations surfaced he paid a teen for explicit photos, the network has confirmed.

‘Snorting kits’ for drug users to be distributed in Portland despite Dem opposition: ‘Reckless’

The county surrounding Portland, Oregon, is set to distribute “snorting kits" for drug users as a part of a harm reduction plan opposed by the city's Democratic mayor.

NYC hotline to advise police on Adams' plan to involuntarily hospitalize homeless has gotten zero calls

A hotline set up to advise NYC police officers on Mayor Eric Adams' directive to hospitalize severely mentally ill homeless people has gotten no calls.

Massachusetts detective accused of tawdry love affair with heroin kingpin's fiancee: report

A retired New Bedford, Massachusetts, police detective has been accused of having a years-long affair with the fiancee of an alleged heroin dealer and using her as an informant.

Summer meltdowns: Here's how extreme heat can affect your mood and mental health

Rising summer temperatures have been shown to have an adverse effect on mood and mental health. Experts explain the mental impact of extreme heat and offer tips on how to keep a cool head.