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
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"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
Is Law Enforcement More Effective Thanks to Legal Marijuana?
Researchers examined the impact weed legalization has had on crime trends. While marijuana legalization remains a contentious issue for many throughout the U.S., Washington and Colorado may have proven that in some aspects it is positive. According to The Washington Post, researchers at Washington State University have concluded that legal pot has “produced some demonstrable… Continue reading Is Law Enforcement More Effective Thanks to Legal Marijuana?
Steven Tyler On Addiction: I Hurt My Family, I Hurt My Band
“I went down the worst path. I went down the rabbit hole. I went chasing Alice.” In a new interview, Aerosmith rocker Steven Tyler revealed that his drug use got to a point where nothing mattered more. “I have an addictive personality so I found certain drugs I loved and didn’t stop to the point… Continue reading Steven Tyler On Addiction: I Hurt My Family, I Hurt My Band
Purdue Pharma Knew About Oxy Misuse Early On, Report Finds
The report also alleges that in 1999 company officials learned of a call to a pharmacy describing “OxyContin as the hottest thing on the street—forget Vicodin.” Purdue Pharma reportedly knew that the opioid pill OxyContin was being snorted and sold on the street as early as 1999, just three years after the medication’s release. However,… Continue reading Purdue Pharma Knew About Oxy Misuse Early On, Report Finds
Liver Disease On The Rise, Especially Among Young Adults
A new study found that cirrhosis-related deaths in the US increased 65% between 1999 and 2016. According to a new study, alcohol is to blame for an increase in fatal cirrhosis cases in young adults in recent years. Researchers at the University of Michigan discovered that between 2009 and 2016, those in the 25 to… Continue reading Liver Disease On The Rise, Especially Among Young Adults
FDA Warns Of Synthetic Marijuana Laced With Rat Poison
The warning comes amid a wave of synthetic marijuana overdoses. The FDA warned this week about the ongoing danger of synthetic cannabis laced with rat poison, floating concerns that the tainted drug could pose a threat to the nation’s blood supply. Poisoned supplies of the drug have already accounted for several deaths and sent hundreds… Continue reading FDA Warns Of Synthetic Marijuana Laced With Rat Poison
"Biggest Loser" Weight-Loss Drug Allegations Investigated By NBC
“People were passing out in Dr. H’s office at the finale weigh-in. On my season, five people had to be rushed to the hospital,” one contestant claimed. Contestants on the NBC’s weight-loss reality show, The Biggest Loser, allege that they were given drugs and medications intended to help with weight loss by health experts on the… Continue reading "Biggest Loser" Weight-Loss Drug Allegations Investigated By NBC
Destiny’s Child Singer Michelle Williams Details Seeking Mental Health Treatment
Williams revealed that she had sought help on Instagram and pledged to “proudly, happily and healthily” lead by example as an advocate for mental health. After releasing a statement on social media about her own mental health journey and her pledge to help others in her situation, Williams received a massive show of support. Michelle… Continue reading Destiny’s Child Singer Michelle Williams Details Seeking Mental Health Treatment
Overdose Risks During Pregnancy Examined In New Study
The study revealed the need for better addiction recovery support for pregnant women with substance use disorder. A new study has found that the risk of overdose drops in pregnant women but increases after giving birth. The study, published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology, looked at women giving birth in Massachusetts. In doing so,… Continue reading Overdose Risks During Pregnancy Examined In New Study