Connecticut State Senators Move To Classify Addiction As Occupational Disease
By Zachary Pottle ❘
Connecticut Democrats announced their plan to reclassify addiction as an occupational disease, allowing for protections under the law.
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U.S. Overdose Death Rates Rapidly Decline
By Jessica Sherer ❘
Early national and state data shows a steep and surprising decline in drug overdose death rates for 2024, puzzling experts.
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‘Ketamine Queen’ Charged In Death Of Matthew Perry
By Zachary Pottle ❘
A drug dealer known as ‘Ketamine Queen’ is among five now charged in the death of actor Matthew Perry, including Perry's personal assistant.
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Gambling Addiction Amongst US Military On The Rise
By Zachary Pottle ❘
A recent study has found that gambling addiction amongst US military personnel is nearly twice as high as civilians.
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Presidential Candidates Failed To Address Addiction Treatment During Debate
By Kristen Fuller, MD ❘
Both candidates did not have an answer on how to help Americans with addiction. This is a major concern for the U.S.
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New York Bans ‘Addictive Social Media Feeds’ For Teens
By Zachary Pottle ❘
Two bills signed by New York governor, Kathy Hochul, are targeted at harmful social media algorithms and ‘addictive feeds.’
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Telehealth Startup Executives Charged With Fraud
By Zachary Pottle ❘
The founder and clinical director of telehealth startup Done Global have both been arrested and charged with fraud over ADHD medications.
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FDA Analysis Finds Flaws In MDMA Treatment Study
By Jessica Sherer ❘
FDA raises concerns over studies submitted for the consideration of MDMA-assisted treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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More People Are Using Marijuana Than Drinking Alcohol
By Zachary Pottle ❘
A recent study has found that, for the first time, daily marijuana use has surpassed daily alcohol use in the US.
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White House Plans To Reschedule Marijuana
By Jessica Sherer ❘
The White House has proposed rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance, allowing for more research on the drug.
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