Fentanyl Archives

U.S. Overdose Death Rates Rapidly Decline

By Jessica Sherer ❘ September 25, 2024

Early national and state data shows a steep and surprising decline in drug overdose death rates for 2024, puzzling experts.

By Kristen Fuller, MD ❘ July 1, 2024

Both candidates did not have an answer on how to help Americans with addiction. This is a major concern for the U.S.

By Jessica Sherer ❘ January 10, 2024

Honolulu becomes first US city to require bars and nightclubs to stock Naloxone (Narcan) in an effort to lower Opioid overdose risk.

By Jessica Sherer ❘ September 5, 2023

Narcan, a nasal spray version of the life-saving Opioid overdose medication, Naloxone, is now available over-the-counter in the US.

By Jessica Sherer ❘ July 14, 2023

The White House has revealed a plan committing to a 15% reduction in Xylazine overdose over the next 2 years.

By Zachary Pottle ❘ July 6, 2023

Florida joins more than 35 other states that have legalized Fentanyl test strips, a vital step in preventing accidental overdoses.

By Jessica Sherer ❘ June 30, 2023

Ingestion of Fentanyl-laced drugs, like Heroin and Cocaine, is at an all-time high, but intention to use remains low.

By Carmen McCrackin ❘ March 31, 2023

Authorities issue warning about the lethal mixture of Xylazine-laced Fentanyl, which has been increasingly linked to fatal overdoses.

By Hannah Zwemer ❘ October 28, 2022

Three New Yorkers die of an accidental Fentanyl-induced overdose after ordering Cocaine from a local delivery service.