Reporter's Notebook: Eight theories why fentanyl deaths are plummetingDrug deaths in the U.S. are declining significantly, the first major drop in 30 years, which is both hopeful and puzzling.
Drug Overdose Deaths Are Dropping. The Reasons Are Not Perfectly Clear.Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a record decline of about 10% from April 2023 to April 2024, driven by intervention efforts.
Boston installs overdose-reversal vending machinesBoston officials launched four naloxone vending machines to combat opioid overdoses and reduce stigma around harm reduction tools.
MassDOT launches Narcan pilot program to reduce opioid overdosesMassDOT has initiated a Naloxone pilot program in Boston and Springfield to combat the opioid crisis.
Experts Delighted but Puzzled as Drug Overdose Deaths Suddenly Start DroppingUS drug overdose deaths have dropped by over 12%, raising questions about causes and implications for public health.
Bay Area researchers develop powerful fentanyl blocker 'Subetadex'A new drug, Subetadex, effectively neutralizes fentanyl and reduces recovery time, offering a promising alternative to naloxone for overdose prevention.
Reporter's Notebook: Eight theories why fentanyl deaths are plummetingDrug deaths in the U.S. are declining significantly, the first major drop in 30 years, which is both hopeful and puzzling.
Drug Overdose Deaths Are Dropping. The Reasons Are Not Perfectly Clear.Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a record decline of about 10% from April 2023 to April 2024, driven by intervention efforts.
Boston installs overdose-reversal vending machinesBoston officials launched four naloxone vending machines to combat opioid overdoses and reduce stigma around harm reduction tools.
MassDOT launches Narcan pilot program to reduce opioid overdosesMassDOT has initiated a Naloxone pilot program in Boston and Springfield to combat the opioid crisis.
Experts Delighted but Puzzled as Drug Overdose Deaths Suddenly Start DroppingUS drug overdose deaths have dropped by over 12%, raising questions about causes and implications for public health.
Bay Area researchers develop powerful fentanyl blocker 'Subetadex'A new drug, Subetadex, effectively neutralizes fentanyl and reduces recovery time, offering a promising alternative to naloxone for overdose prevention.
Newsom signs bill pushing for Narcan in workplace first aid kitsCalifornia workplaces may soon need to stock naloxone in first aid kits to combat opioid overdoses.
Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid OverdoseAn innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.
Tyler Skaggs' death revisited as MLB partners with White House to reduce opioid overdosesMLB now requires naloxone in all clubhouses and aims to raise awareness on opioid dangers, inspired by Tyler Skaggs' overdose tragedy.
Twin Cities Restaurant and Bar Workers Are Serving as 'First Responders' Amid the Opioid CrisisWebster Norton actively equips bartenders and servers with naloxone and fentanyl test strips, transforming them into de facto first responders to the opioid crisis.
Newsom signs bill pushing for Narcan in workplace first aid kitsCalifornia workplaces may soon need to stock naloxone in first aid kits to combat opioid overdoses.
Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid OverdoseAn innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.
Tyler Skaggs' death revisited as MLB partners with White House to reduce opioid overdosesMLB now requires naloxone in all clubhouses and aims to raise awareness on opioid dangers, inspired by Tyler Skaggs' overdose tragedy.
Twin Cities Restaurant and Bar Workers Are Serving as 'First Responders' Amid the Opioid CrisisWebster Norton actively equips bartenders and servers with naloxone and fentanyl test strips, transforming them into de facto first responders to the opioid crisis.
Implant Could Prevent Opioid Overdose Deaths - News CenterThe Naloximeter device can autonomously reverse opioid overdoses, addressing the critical need for timely intervention without the necessity for a bystander.
Implantable device responds to opioid OD - Harvard GazetteThe iSOS device can autonomously detect and reverse opioid overdoses, providing timely naloxone delivery without need for bystander intervention.
Elias: Gov. Newsom's move on fentanyl antitode all anyone can ask of governorGov. Newsom's order to distribute naloxone is crucial in saving lives amidst the fentanyl crisis.
California is joining with a New Jersey company to buy a generic opioid overdose reversal drugCalifornia is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to purchase generic Narcan at a lower cost, expanding access to naloxone for opioid overdose treatment.
Implant Could Prevent Opioid Overdose Deaths - News CenterThe Naloximeter device can autonomously reverse opioid overdoses, addressing the critical need for timely intervention without the necessity for a bystander.
Implantable device responds to opioid OD - Harvard GazetteThe iSOS device can autonomously detect and reverse opioid overdoses, providing timely naloxone delivery without need for bystander intervention.
Elias: Gov. Newsom's move on fentanyl antitode all anyone can ask of governorGov. Newsom's order to distribute naloxone is crucial in saving lives amidst the fentanyl crisis.
California is joining with a New Jersey company to buy a generic opioid overdose reversal drugCalifornia is partnering with a pharmaceutical company to purchase generic Narcan at a lower cost, expanding access to naloxone for opioid overdose treatment.
Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of newsFramingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
Should cocaine and MDMA users carry naloxone, the medicine that prevents fatal opioid overdoses?Recreational drug users, especially cocaine and ecstasy consumers, should be informed about the dangers of opioid-laced drugs and the importance of naloxone.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan opioid overdose reversal drug instead of newsFramingham offers free Narcan training to enhance the accessibility of naloxone for drug overdose emergencies. The program aims to save lives by reducing stigma.
Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test stripsThe Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.