A West Virginia lawyer is working to hold major opioid manufacturers legally responsible for their role in the epidemic that has ravaged his home state. With record-high rates of overdose deaths and babies born with opioid dependence, Huntington, West Virginia is at the heart of the nation’s overdose crisis. It’s also home to Paul Farrell, a… Continue reading Man Sets Out On Legal Mission After Seeing Opioids Destroy His Hometown
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New Jersey Marijuana Cases Temporarily Halted By Attorney General
The AG’s announcement, which will affect thousands, comes at a turning point for marijuana policy in New Jersey. On Tuesday, New Jersey’s attorney general ordered the immediate adjournment of all municipal marijuana cases until September or later. In a letter to prosecutors, Attorney General Gurbir Grewal wrote, “In the interim, I ask that all municipal prosecutors… Continue reading New Jersey Marijuana Cases Temporarily Halted By Attorney General
Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday
In her Instagram tribute, Zelda encouraged fans of her father to volunteer at homeless shelters and spread kindness in his memory. July 21st marked what would have been the 67th birthday of comedy icon Robin Williams. His daughter Zelda Williams took to Instagram to pay tribute to her late father. Shortly before the actor’s birthday,… Continue reading Robin Williams' Daughter Zelda Pens Tribute For His Birthday
Elizabeth Warren Questions Trump's Response To Opioid Crisis
“You pledged that ‘we will be spending the most money ever on the opioid crisis.’ Yet your claim appears to have no basis in reality.” Senator Elizabeth Warren is not impressed with President Donald Trump’s lack of action when it comes to the opioid crisis—and she is making that known. According to Vox, the senator… Continue reading Elizabeth Warren Questions Trump's Response To Opioid Crisis
Dennis Quaid Revisits "White Light" Moment That Spurred His Recovery
“I was basically doing cocaine pretty much on a daily basis during the ‘80s.” Since kicking off his acting career in the ’70s, former Hollywood “bad boy” Dennis Quaid has come out on the other side of cocaine addiction—“my greatest mistake.” Quaid, now 64, revisited the height of his cocaine use and the turning point… Continue reading Dennis Quaid Revisits "White Light" Moment That Spurred His Recovery
Meditating on Meth
Trying to sit with myself, high or not, was unbearable. The feelings that came up were the reason I used. For years I had been running from myself. The last time I had meditated was that week I was on crystal meth. Not because I was seeking any form of enlightenment, but rather for the… Continue reading Meditating on Meth
Could A Scientific Study Have Slowed The Opioid Crisis?
Researchers suggest that a recent pragmatic trial could have played a key role in curbing the crisis. While opioids are effective for acute pain relief, the widespread addiction and dependence that have swept up the country have showed that the powerful pills have unintended consequences, even as studies suggest that opioids are less effective for… Continue reading Could A Scientific Study Have Slowed The Opioid Crisis?
Demi Lovato Hospitalized For Apparent Overdose
Paramedics reportedly revived Lovato with Narcan before transporting the singer to the hospital for further treatment. Demi Lovato has been hospitalized after an alleged heroin overdose, according to numerous reports Tuesday afternoon. According to TMZ, which broke the news, the singer and actress, 25, was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital shortly before noon on… Continue reading Demi Lovato Hospitalized For Apparent Overdose
Jonathan Rhys Meyers Apologizes For Airline Incident: Alcohol Doesn't Suit Me
Meyers revealed that his recent, highly-publicized inflight trouble was the result of a lapse in his sobriety. Irish actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers issued a statement in the wake of a verbal altercation with his wife during a flight that appears to have been fueled by alcohol consumption. The Tudors actor, who has a history of substance-related issues,… Continue reading Jonathan Rhys Meyers Apologizes For Airline Incident: Alcohol Doesn't Suit Me
"Vikings" Actor Alexander Ludwig Opens Up About Addiction Struggle
“I’ve struggled with addiction for a long part of my life and I went to rehab at one point, came out, and it was the greatest thing I ever did in my life.” While promoting the History Channel series Vikings at Comic-Con 2018, Canadian actor Alexander Ludwig addressed his recovery in a candid interview. Ludwig,… Continue reading "Vikings" Actor Alexander Ludwig Opens Up About Addiction Struggle