ER Docs Turning to Buprenorphine to Combat the Opioid Crisis
According to a recent report the number of buprenorphine prescriptions written in California emergency departments rose from only 2% in 2017 to 16% in 2022. At least one out of every three patients filled two buprenorphine prescriptions within 40 days of the first ER visit. Most of us know that the ongoing opioid crisis has ravaged families and communities […]
Border Patrol Seizes $800K+ in Drugs at Port of San Luis
Once again, U.S. Border Protection (CBP) officers have been busy interdicting drug smuggling activity. A recent article reported on two incidents resulting in the seizure of more than $800,000 in illicit drugs at the Port of San Luis. On January 29 officers encountered a man in a Chevrolet sedan coming from Mexico. The driver was […]
First Non-Opioid Pain Reliever in Decades Approved by the FDA
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first new non-opioid pain reliever in more than 20 years according to a new report. The new drug is known as Journavx and it holds promise as a much needed alternative to opioid painkillers like Vicodin and OxyContin. These opioids have long been associated with a high […]
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Medical Marijuana May Boost Cannabis Addiction Risk
There’s a lot of buzz about medical marijuana recently and it’s a divisive topic for many people. Those in favor tout its benefits but those with doubts may have reason to disagree. Opponents of medical marijuana suggest that it may not only set the stage for cannabis use disorder but may also be the gateway […]
Surgeon General Warns of Alcohol-Cancer Connection
Excessive alcohol use is a pervasive problem throughout the U.S. Alcohol dependency can develop slowly, over time, and you may not realize you have developed an addiction that requires treatment. But addiction isn’t the only risk associated with alcohol use. Alcohol consumption is a leading preventable cause of cancer in the United States says U.S. Surgeon General […]
Huge Heroin Interception in Brownsville, Texas
The United States Customs and Border Protection in Texas recently seized more than $158,000 in heroin. The interdiction occurred at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge. The January 15 seizure began when a 2000 Chevrolet was referred to Customs and Border Protection for a secondary inspection following a primary examination. Some of their enforcement tools […]
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