New Vaccine Shows Promise Against Fentanyl Overdoses
Experimental vaccine blocks fentanyl and related drugs before reaching the brain in animal studies.
Drugs & Medical Devices
Many Patients Stop GLP-1 Treatments Early
Study finds many patients pause GLP-1 drugs before eventually restarting treatment.
Indiana County Approves Opioid Settlement Funding
Clinton County approved opioid settlement funds for recovery, vaping prevention, and staff wellness.
Officials Warn About Dangerous Synthetic Opioid
Synthetic opioid disguised as prescription pills raises overdose concerns across states.
Michigan Tracks Opioid Settlement Spending
Michigan increases transparency by releasing public reports on how opioid settlement funding is being used.
Philadelphia Opioid Dealer Gets 5 Years in Prison
Federal prosecutors secured prison sentence in long-running Philadelphia oxycodone distribution conspiracy.
US Expands Research Access for Psychedelic Drugs
Policy change expands research on psychedelics for addiction and mental health
Study Finds Limits to Naloxone Effectiveness
Study shows naloxone less effective against powerful synthetic opioid overdoses
Iowa Expands Funding to Address Opioid Crisis
Iowa increases funding to expand opioid addiction treatment and support.
New Sedative Found in Fentanyl Supply
Officials warn new sedative mixed with fentanyl raises overdose dangers.