Senate Passes Bill to Make Penalties Permanent for Fentanyl-Related DrugsThe Senate passed legislation to permanently control fentanyl-related drugs with severe penalties.
Both Harris and Trump Cite Right-Wing Myths About Fentanyl in Border PolicyThe overdose crisis is wrongly linked to immigration by some GOP leaders, despite evidence contradicting this narrative.
Another California fentanyl dealer heads to prison for murder after buyer's overdoseA Placer County man received a long prison sentence for providing fentanyl that caused a fatal overdose, highlighting a new legal approach in California.
U.S. drug deaths declined slightly in 2023 but remained at crisis levelsThe influx of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills remains a pressing issue, but methamphetamine and cocaine are the main culprits causing more deaths in the U.S.
In 2024, SF Saw Fewest Fatal Drug Overdoses In Five YearsSan Francisco saw a significant decline in fentanyl overdose deaths in 2024, with 633 reported deaths, marking a 22% reduction from 2023.
SF Sees Decline in Overdose Deaths, but Fentanyl Remains a Major Threat | KQEDSan Francisco sees 12% decrease in drug overdose deaths early this year after record highs in 2023.
Senate Passes Bill to Make Penalties Permanent for Fentanyl-Related DrugsThe Senate passed legislation to permanently control fentanyl-related drugs with severe penalties.
Both Harris and Trump Cite Right-Wing Myths About Fentanyl in Border PolicyThe overdose crisis is wrongly linked to immigration by some GOP leaders, despite evidence contradicting this narrative.
Another California fentanyl dealer heads to prison for murder after buyer's overdoseA Placer County man received a long prison sentence for providing fentanyl that caused a fatal overdose, highlighting a new legal approach in California.
U.S. drug deaths declined slightly in 2023 but remained at crisis levelsThe influx of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills remains a pressing issue, but methamphetamine and cocaine are the main culprits causing more deaths in the U.S.
In 2024, SF Saw Fewest Fatal Drug Overdoses In Five YearsSan Francisco saw a significant decline in fentanyl overdose deaths in 2024, with 633 reported deaths, marking a 22% reduction from 2023.
SF Sees Decline in Overdose Deaths, but Fentanyl Remains a Major Threat | KQEDSan Francisco sees 12% decrease in drug overdose deaths early this year after record highs in 2023.
Experts warn of 'zombie drug' xylazineXylazine, an animal tranquilizer, is increasingly involved in fatal overdoses, posing a severe health threat across cities.
Almost 6,000 Dead in 6 Years: How Baltimore Became the U.S. Overdose CapitalBaltimore's response to the overdose crisis has faltered due to leaders' preoccupation with other issues, despite initial innovative efforts.
Closure of supervised consumption sites could lead to more overdoses, paramedic stress: TPH report | CBC NewsClosure of supervised consumption sites in Toronto will increase overdose rates and burden emergency services.The legislative change could potentially worsen public health outcomes in the city.
Experts warn of 'zombie drug' xylazineXylazine, an animal tranquilizer, is increasingly involved in fatal overdoses, posing a severe health threat across cities.
Almost 6,000 Dead in 6 Years: How Baltimore Became the U.S. Overdose CapitalBaltimore's response to the overdose crisis has faltered due to leaders' preoccupation with other issues, despite initial innovative efforts.
Closure of supervised consumption sites could lead to more overdoses, paramedic stress: TPH report | CBC NewsClosure of supervised consumption sites in Toronto will increase overdose rates and burden emergency services.The legislative change could potentially worsen public health outcomes in the city.
At LAFD Station 11, one of the busiest in the nation, few fires, and no end to overdose emergenciesWestlake's emergency response is primarily focused on drug overdoses rather than structure fires, reflecting a severe public health crisis.
In Baltimore's Senior Homes, Overdoses Plague a Forgotten GenerationBaltimore's Black men in their mid-50s to early 70s are disproportionately affected by drug overdoses.
At LAFD Station 11, one of the busiest in the nation, few fires, and no end to overdose emergenciesWestlake's emergency response is primarily focused on drug overdoses rather than structure fires, reflecting a severe public health crisis.
In Baltimore's Senior Homes, Overdoses Plague a Forgotten GenerationBaltimore's Black men in their mid-50s to early 70s are disproportionately affected by drug overdoses.
'It's Maddening': Addiction Experts Cry Foul at Mayoral Candidates' Push for Drug Arrests | KQEDMayoral candidates in San Francisco are prioritizing law enforcement to combat drug-related issues amid soaring overdose rates, alarming health experts.
Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives. Why Won't Governor Hochul Authorize Them?Rally attendees advocate for harm reduction policies to address overdose crisis in New York.
'It's Maddening': Addiction Experts Cry Foul at Mayoral Candidates' Push for Drug Arrests | KQEDMayoral candidates in San Francisco are prioritizing law enforcement to combat drug-related issues amid soaring overdose rates, alarming health experts.
Overdose Prevention Centers Save Lives. Why Won't Governor Hochul Authorize Them?Rally attendees advocate for harm reduction policies to address overdose crisis in New York.
California Considers Slew of Bills to Tackle Skyrocketing Fentanyl Overdoses | KQEDCalifornia legislators are debating fentanyl bills to address rising overdose crisis by increasing access to treatment and medications like Narcan.
Are 'deaths of despair' really more common for white Americans? A UCLA report says noDiscussion on the shift in substance abuse crisis focus from white to Black and Native Americans.
Seattle to open overdose recovery center amid rising deathsSeattle is creating a recovery center in a hotel for overdose survivors with health needs, providing medical care and connecting them to treatment services.