China was labeled the “primary source” of fentanyl in the United States in a 2016 intelligence report by the Drug Enforcement Agency. Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to crack down on trafficking and manufacturing of the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl as part of larger negotiations between the United States and the Asian superpower. Speaking… Continue reading China Agrees To Increase Fight Against Fentanyl
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How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder is much more than just the winter blues. Frank*, 55, has been living with bipolar disorder since he was 18. Over the decades he’s noticed that his condition is the most difficult to manage when fall gives way to winter. “As soon as it starts getting dark I feel it coming,” he… Continue reading How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Opioid Court Aims To Prevent Overdose By Offering Treatment
The Rochester-based opioid court offers treatment instead of jail time for minor drug-related offenses. A new court program in Rochester, New York aims to save lives by connecting people with opioid use disorder with treatment immediately, lessening their risk of overdose after spending a brief amount of time detoxing in jail. “Their tolerance goes down… Continue reading Opioid Court Aims To Prevent Overdose By Offering Treatment
Senator Cotton Pushes Back On Sentencing Reform Bill With Fake News
The sentencing reform bill (FIRST STEP Act) would lower mandatory minimums for certain drug crimes and eliminate the crack/cocaine sentencing disparity retroactively. Despite broad bipartisan support for what could be a landmark shift in federal drug laws, the FIRST STEP Act still has one very predictable, very vocal detractor: long-time drug warrior Sen. Tom Cotton. … Continue reading Senator Cotton Pushes Back On Sentencing Reform Bill With Fake News
Dentist Wrote 200 Opioid Prescriptions For Five Patients In One Year
The dentist who wrote the opioid prescriptions claims state investigator were “telling lies” but he did not provide or clarify any additional details. A dentist in Tennessee has had his professional license revoked for reportedly writing approximately 200 prescriptions for opioid medications to just five patients, some of whom were never physically present in his… Continue reading Dentist Wrote 200 Opioid Prescriptions For Five Patients In One Year
Woman Sues After Faulty Drug Test Mistakes Cotton Candy For Meth
The Georgia woman spent four months in jail because of a faulty roadside drug test mistook her cotton candy for meth. A Georgia woman has filed suit after spending almost four months in jail following a faulty roadside drug test that wrongly flagged a baggie of blue cotton candy as crystal meth, according to USA… Continue reading Woman Sues After Faulty Drug Test Mistakes Cotton Candy For Meth
UFC’s Jon Jones Is Better But Not Ready For Sobriety
UFC fighter Jim Jones discussed addiction and striving for sobriety in a recent interview. Jones says he’s in a “healthy place” while still occasionally drinking and smoking pot. Jon Jones has had a controversial career tainted by drug abuse, at one time losing his title and facing an indefinite suspension over a drug-fueled hit-and-run that… Continue reading UFC’s Jon Jones Is Better But Not Ready For Sobriety
Eliza Dushku Celebrates 10 Years of Sobriety
“Buffy” actress Eliza Dushku shared her sobriety milestone on Instagram. Eliza Dushku, best known for her roles in the show Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the film Bring It On, is celebrating 10 years sober on Instagram. Posting an image of a large Roman numeral X, the 37-year-old actress bubbled with positivity and gratefulness in… Continue reading Eliza Dushku Celebrates 10 Years of Sobriety
Discover Our Digital Detox and Wellness-Inspired Christmas Gift Guide
Discover Our Digital Detox and Wellness-Inspired Christmas Gift Guide At Time To Log Off, we believe that the best gift you can give this Christmas is the present of your presence. That means unplugging from social media and other digital distractions to really connect with your loved ones. That being said, we know that you… Continue reading Discover Our Digital Detox and Wellness-Inspired Christmas Gift Guide
Fighting the Drug War in Budget Motels and Prisons
On paper, Nicole’s job is to deliver opioid overdose prevention supplies and make referrals, but in reality, she is a health care worker, mental health counselor, legal advisor, social worker, confidant and more. Every morning Nicole Reynolds sits down at her kitchen table with a steaming cup of coffee in one hand and a phone… Continue reading Fighting the Drug War in Budget Motels and Prisons