The four videos feature actors portraying individuals who go to extremely violent lengths to enable their opioid dependency. The Trump administration unveiled a quartet of public service announcements (PSAs) as part of its proposed $4.6 billion fight against the opioid epidemic. The four videos, all purported to be based on true stories, feature actors portraying individuals who… Continue reading "Shock Value" Anti-Opioid PSAs Debut To Mixed Response
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Vince Vaughn Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI
The actor and his passenger were arrested at a DUI checkpoint in Manhattan Beach, California. Actor Vince Vaughn has been arrested for what would be his first DUI offense, TMZ reports. Early Sunday morning (June 10), the 48-year-old actor and a passenger were passing through a DUI checkpoint a little after midnight outside of Los… Continue reading Vince Vaughn Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI
Surfer Andy Irons' Life, Death & Addiction Struggle Examined In New Doc
“Andy Irons: Kissed by God” sheds light on the champion surfer’s battle with drug addiction and bipolar disorder. The surfing world knew Andy Irons as a three-time world champion and Surfing Walk Hall of Famer whose pursuit of excellence in his sport reaped four Vans Triple Crown of Surfing and the Billabong Pro Teahupoo in 2010. Those… Continue reading Surfer Andy Irons' Life, Death & Addiction Struggle Examined In New Doc
How US Public Schools Are Taking Action Against The Opioid Crisis
From drug searches to peer-support groups, schools across the nation are taking a number of approaches to combat the opioid epidemic. Some high schools aren’t wasting time and are confronting the opioid crisis head-on. According to CBS 6 News, Shenendehowa High School in Clifton Park, New York is one such school. At the high school,… Continue reading How US Public Schools Are Taking Action Against The Opioid Crisis
CDC: US Suicide Rate Has Risen 30% Since 1999
The Centers for Disease Control also found that only half of people who died by suicide had been diagnosed with a mental health issue. A new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed that suicide rates have risen by 30% across the United States since 1999. The report, released Thursday, made… Continue reading CDC: US Suicide Rate Has Risen 30% Since 1999
Fentanyl-Related Deaths Skyrocket In Ohio
“There is nothing that worries me more than synthetic opiates—and what will be the next, more powerful synthetic that hits the street,” said one police official. Fentanyl is taking over the illicit drug market in the greater Cincinnati area, sparking a 1,000% increase in overdose deaths in Hamilton County. In 2013, authorities there logged 24… Continue reading Fentanyl-Related Deaths Skyrocket In Ohio
President Trump Will "Probably" Support Ending Federal Marijuana Ban
Despite what he and Jeff Sessions have said in the past, President Trump has promised to support bipartisan legislation to legalize marijuana. On Friday, President Donald Trump publicly said that he would be willing to support a bipartisan bill by Congress to lift the federal ban on marijuana. Historically, marijuana has been subject to a… Continue reading President Trump Will "Probably" Support Ending Federal Marijuana Ban
Canada Moves Closer To Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
Canada is taking a countrywide approach to avoid the issues that have unfolded in the United States, according to one Canadian senator. Canada is one step closer to becoming the first major global economy to legalize recreational marijuana, with the Senate passing a legalization plan on Thursday. The plan and all its amendments will now… Continue reading Canada Moves Closer To Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
Marijuana “Tasting Rooms” Proposal Vetoed By Colorado Governor
Critics contend that Hickenlooper’s veto will backfire, driving the rise of more unregulated, indoor clubs. Colorado governor John Hickenlooper vetoed a bill on Monday that would have allowed marijuana sellers to establish “tasting rooms” for their product. And while some observed that it wasn’t the first time Gov. Hickenlooper has shot down similar bills, the… Continue reading Marijuana “Tasting Rooms” Proposal Vetoed By Colorado Governor
Anthony Bourdain Dies At 61
The “original rock star of the culinary world” was a celebrated writer and chef who had conquered heroin addiction and became world famous in his forties. Beloved chef and world-renowned television personality Anthony Bourdain was found dead Friday morning in his hotel in France. He was 61. CNN confirmed that the TV host died by… Continue reading Anthony Bourdain Dies At 61