The synthetic opioid is found more in combination with cocaine and benzodiazepines than heroin. Officials in Massachusetts are warning the public that the presence of the deadly synthetic opioid, fentanyl, is increasingly common in all types of illicit drugs in the state—not just in heroin or other opioids—raising the overdose risk for users of cocaine… Continue reading Fentanyl Present In 90% Of Drugs, Massachusetts Officials Warn
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Ex-Boyfriend of Bethenny Frankel Dies From Apparent Overdose
Dennis Shields appeared on several “Real Housewives of New York” episodes alongside Frankel. Dennis Shields, who dated the Real Housewives of New York star Bethenny Frankel, was found dead in his apartment in the Trump Tower from what police sources reported as a suspected overdose. The 51-year-old, who appeared in several episodes of the Bravo reality show,… Continue reading Ex-Boyfriend of Bethenny Frankel Dies From Apparent Overdose
EDM Star Illenium Pens Message About Heroin Addiction Struggles
The producer and EDM artist became sober after a heroin overdose six years ago. Producer and electronic dance music (EDM) artist Illenium revealed to fans his struggle with heroin dependency that helped to inspire his current single “Take You Down.” The open letter, which was posted on his Twitter feed and website, detailed the impact that… Continue reading EDM Star Illenium Pens Message About Heroin Addiction Struggles
Demi Lovato Releases First Statement After Overdose Reports
“This illness is not something that disappears or fades with time. It is something I must continue to overcome and have not done yet.” After 12 days in the hospital following an apparent overdose, pop star Demi Lovato finally released a statement regarding the incident. “I have always been transparent about my journey with addiction,”… Continue reading Demi Lovato Releases First Statement After Overdose Reports
Keith Urban & Other Celebs Offer Demi Lovato Recovery Advice
Kelsey Grammer and Mackenzie Phillips are among the celebs who offered words of encouragement to the pop star. Pop star Demi Lovato is expected to make a full recovery after landing in the hospital last Tuesday for an “apparent overdose.” CNN reports from a source close to the singer that the next step will be… Continue reading Keith Urban & Other Celebs Offer Demi Lovato Recovery Advice
Lawmaker Fights For Addiction Treatment That Her Mom Desperately Needed
“When my mother asked for help and there was no place to go, it was one of the most hopeless feelings I ever had. That was the moment that inspired me to do this work.” After winning a seat in the Colorado state legislature in 2012, Brittany Pettersen tried her best to focus on her… Continue reading Lawmaker Fights For Addiction Treatment That Her Mom Desperately Needed