How to Tell if Someone is High on Drugs, What You Can Do to Help | New York Post By Marc Lallanilla | Published on December 1, 2023 at 9:10 p.m. ET As holiday parties ramp up, people may notice friends and family members acting out of character – maybe they’re sweating on a cold …
This week, a recent study reported an unconventional use for semaglutide, which is the active component in the popular obesity medication Wegovy. This study suggests that the drug may be helpful for individuals dealing with alcohol use disorder. The research showed that people taking semaglutide for weight loss also had significant reductions in symptoms of …
According to a study published Wednesday by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), overdose deaths among pregnant and postpartum women nearly tripled between 2018 and 2021. The NIH reported that the rate of overdoses increased from 4.9 per 100,000 women aged 35-44 to 15.8 in 2021. The study authors noted that the rising overdose rate …
Russia has resorted to a controversial method of punishing drug addicts and alcoholics by assigning them to Storm-Z assault detachments on the frontlines in Ukraine. These units are essentially penal units placed in the most dangerous positions, as reported by the U.K. Ministry of Defense in a tweet posted on X. The lack of opportunity …
Looking for one more reason to keep soda out of the fridge? A recent study published in Substance Use & Misuse suggests that children who consume caffeinated soda every day may be at a higher risk of developing future addictions. The study, which involved 2,000 children ages 9 and 10, found that regular soda consumption …
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released draft guidance aimed at advancing the development of treatments for substance use disorders associated with stimulants such as cocaine and methamphetamine. The FDA’s draft guidance provides recommendations for the design of clinical trials for drugs intended to treat moderate to severe cocaine use disorder, methamphetamine use disorder, …
Support vs. Enablement: A Guide to Navigating Relationships with Empathy It’s only natural to want to assist our loved ones when they face challenges such as substance misuse or mental health issues. However, there is a fine line between providing support and enabling destructive behaviors. By understanding the difference, we can offer genuine help to …
According to Chantal Vallerand, the executive director of Drug Free Kids Canada (DFKC), many parents underestimate the immediate threat of substance addiction and overdosing to their children. However, recent studies indicate a growing crisis in this area. As students prepare to return to school, where peer influence is high, prevention organizations are urging parents, caregivers, …
CNN — The US Virgin Islands Police Department has confirmed that the death of former US swimming champion Jamie Cail earlier this year was accidental and related to fentanyl, as stated in a Facebook post. According to an autopsy report from the US Virgin Islands Office of the Medical Examiner, Cail’s cause of death was …
California is home to a significant portion of the American homeless population, with 30% of all homeless individuals and 50% of the unsheltered population residing there. This issue is largely a result of the housing crisis, which is exacerbated by the difficulties faced by local governments in constructing new housing in high-demand areas. Contrary to …