Lesser-known nitazenes opioid contributes to rising overdose fatalities across the country
Rising Concerns Over Nitazenes, Stronger Than Fentanyl In recent years, overdose deaths linked to lesser-known opioids, particularly nitazenes, have surged. Surprisingly, these substances are considered even more dangerous than fentanyl. Nitazenes, a synthetic opioid class, was engineered as a painkiller back in the 1950s. However, a report from the Inter-American Substance Abuse Control Committee (CICAD) […]
NOHO’s disturbing scene: Opioid clinic attracts users injecting drugs and overdosing in playgrounds of an upscale neighborhood
The scene resembling “Night of the Living Dead” played out near the renowned Angelica Film Center and a high-profile apartment in Noho. A nonprofit called Greenwich House, funded by taxpayers to the tune of $30 million, lies at the center of local controversy. Some residents argue that its approach doesn’t effectively help those struggling with […]
Concealed opioid issue: How a synthetic opioid is taking advantage of the debate over kratom in America
During my time as CDC Director, I saw how quickly new substances can disrupt our public health systems. I need to highlight a pressing issue today: a potent synthetic opioid masquerading as natural kratom. Having spent decades as a virologist studying how pathogens evolve, I see a similar trend with dangerous substances that learn to […]
Former McKinsey partner receives six-month prison sentence for hindering investigations into the opioid crisis.
Former McKinsey Partner Sentenced for Record Destruction A former senior partner at McKinsey & Company has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for destroying records related to the company’s efforts to significantly boost sales of Purdue Pharma’s Oxycontin during the opioid epidemic. Martin Elling, 60, pleaded guilty in January to obstructing justice amid […]
Overdose Deaths in the US Decrease Significantly, Showing Improvement in the Opioid Crisis
Washington: According to new data released on Wednesday, drug overdose fatalities in the US saw a significant decrease in 2024, reaching their lowest levels in five years, which brings a glimmer of hope in the ongoing struggle against the opioid crisis. Approximately 80,391 individuals lost their lives to drug overdoses last year, marking a 27% […]
Ethics penalty for former aide linked to county’s struggling $105M opioid fund
A former key aide to ex-Suffolk County executive Steve Bellone has faced an ethical fine for applying for senior roles at a nonprofit that was hoping for substantial funding from the county she managed. Ryan Attard, who held the position of Chief of Staff under Bellone and represented the county’s Opioid Funding Selection Committee, submitted […]
Walgreens to pay up to $350M for filling illegal opioid prescriptions, Justice Department says
Please see what you are clicking on foxbusiness.com. Walgreens agreed to pay up to $350 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, and the company illegally buried millions of invalid prescriptions of opioids and other controlled substances, and asked for payment of many of the invalid prescriptions from Medicare and […]
Walgreens settles allegations around opioid prescriptions for $300M: DOJ
Walgreens, a nationwide drug retailer, has agreed to pay at least $300 million to resolve allegations that have illegally met millions of invalid controlled substance prescriptions over more than a decade. Under the terms of the settlement, Walgreens will pay $300 million to the federal government between August 2012 and March 2023 to resolve allegations […]
Trump’s tariffs won’t solve the opioid crisis, but a deal with China might
To make synthetic drugs like fentanyl, all you need is $3,600 and internet connection. It's very easy – not quite like a poppy field guarded by hired guns or complex factories run by genius chemists last year. To make fentanyl, you don't need an advanced degree or farmland. You can ship the ingredients to you […]
Teen opioid use skyrockets, girls taking more drugs than boys: study
A surprising new study shows that teenage girls abuse far more drugs than their male peers. Although 18% of girls are misused more than boys, teenage drug use is steadily increasing overall, with opioids containing fentanyl being spiked, data show . Marijuana is an overwhelming favorite for both girls and boys, with an estimated 2.9 […]