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Fentanyl Overdoses Are Causing a Surge in Workplace Deaths in California | KQED

Fentanyl-related overdoses are rising significantly among construction workers, prompting new safety measures and support initiatives like recovery meetings and Narcan distribution.

MabLab's improved drug and drink testing strips could make for safer streets and venues | TechCrunch

MabLab's testing strips can detect multiple harmful drug additives simultaneously, enhancing user safety significantly.
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A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!

A vaccine against fentanyl is under development and expected for human testing in 2025, offering hope against rising overdose deaths.

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.

8 minutes, 19 seconds: Inside one California man's dying body as Narcan molecules rush to reverse an overdose

Narcan, a critical tool for reversing opioid overdoses, is increasingly available and widely used across various public sectors in San Diego County.

Her son died of an overdose in his dorm room. Where was the Narcan?

Monica Vera-Schubert's son Bobby struggled with addiction, shared his story as an activist, and tragically passed away from a fentanyl overdose at 29.

Government hints drug injection rooms could be considered in wake of pilot scheme

UK government signals openness to overdose prevention facilities in response to rising drug-related deaths. First center opening in Glasgow amid urgent health concerns.

District 5 supe candidates discuss harm reduction

Harm reduction strategies in San Francisco aim to save lives while addressing addiction, despite recent setbacks in support services.

A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!

A vaccine against fentanyl is under development and expected for human testing in 2025, offering hope against rising overdose deaths.

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.

8 minutes, 19 seconds: Inside one California man's dying body as Narcan molecules rush to reverse an overdose

Narcan, a critical tool for reversing opioid overdoses, is increasingly available and widely used across various public sectors in San Diego County.

Her son died of an overdose in his dorm room. Where was the Narcan?

Monica Vera-Schubert's son Bobby struggled with addiction, shared his story as an activist, and tragically passed away from a fentanyl overdose at 29.

Government hints drug injection rooms could be considered in wake of pilot scheme

UK government signals openness to overdose prevention facilities in response to rising drug-related deaths. First center opening in Glasgow amid urgent health concerns.

District 5 supe candidates discuss harm reduction

Harm reduction strategies in San Francisco aim to save lives while addressing addiction, despite recent setbacks in support services.
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Community rallies behind Kensington Market drug consumption site after provincial ban | CBC News

The Kensington Market Overdose Prevention Site is crucial for community safety, helping to prevent overdose deaths, but faces closure due to provincial regulations.

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.

Community rallies behind Kensington Market drug consumption site after provincial ban | CBC News

The Kensington Market Overdose Prevention Site is crucial for community safety, helping to prevent overdose deaths, but faces closure due to provincial regulations.

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.
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Family Health Centers receive $600k grant to expand anti-overdose education programs in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

The Sunset Park Health Council received $600,000 to expand its anti-overdose education program, focusing on opioid prevention in schools.

Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test strips

The Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.

Family Health Centers receive $600k grant to expand anti-overdose education programs in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

The Sunset Park Health Council received $600,000 to expand its anti-overdose education program, focusing on opioid prevention in schools.

Oakland nonprofit working with bars to provide life-saving Narcan and fentanyl test strips

The Legionnaire Saloon in Oakland is actively combating the overdose crisis by providing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to the community.
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Supervised drug site closures 'will kill,' Ontario front line workers warn | CBC News

Closing supervised consumption sites in Ontario will increase overdose deaths, according to front-line workers and advocates.
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Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid Overdose

An innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.

U.S. Authorities Seized Over 115 Million Illicit Pills Containing Fentanyl in 2023

The number of illicit fentanyl-containing pills seized in the US increased significantly from 2017 to 2023, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced public health measures to curb overdose deaths.

Implantable Device Can Detect and Reverse Opioid Overdose

An innovative implantable device can autonomously detect opioid overdoses and administer naloxone, possibly preventing thousands of overdose deaths each year.

U.S. Authorities Seized Over 115 Million Illicit Pills Containing Fentanyl in 2023

The number of illicit fentanyl-containing pills seized in the US increased significantly from 2017 to 2023, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced public health measures to curb overdose deaths.
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Travis County has seen a surge of fentanyl overdoses. A new report shows it's not slowing down. - Austin Monitor

Fentanyl-related overdoses are the leading cause of accidental deaths in Travis County, with a significant increase in fatalities over the years.

Deadly super-strength Chinese opioid epidemic gripping Britain's streets

The UK is facing a surge in deaths due to super-strength street drugs like nitazenes, prompting urgent government responses and highlighting challenges in detecting and addressing the crisis.
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