Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. It was developed for legitimate medical use, but illicitly manufactured fentanyl now drives the majority of overdose deaths in the United States. Understanding what the research actually says is one of the most powerful tools families have. …
The Medical Board of California sends out a license alert whenever it disciplines a physician. These notices are public record, and they give patients a direct look at which doctors have faced action from the state. To help you stay informed, this post below lists the license alerts the Board issued in October 2024. It …
Playing Poker for a Great Cause at Sweetwater Music Hall Some nights remind you why showing up matters. On Friday, September 13, 2024, we spent one of those nights at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, playing poker for the Subversive Music Foundation. An Evening Built Around a Good Cause The Casino Night had something …
Vicodin, Valium, Xanax and Prednisone are among the most widely used prescription drugs linked to suicide. All of them have a high correlation with suicide. Read more from the UChicago Medicine report below. Researchers reviewed 922 prescription medications taken by almost 150 million people over an 11-year period. Just 10 of these drugs were associated …
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has spotted an “alarming” new trend. Drug traffickers are making brightly colored fentanyl that looks like candy. Their goal is to attract children and young people. What Is Rainbow Fentanyl? The agency’s law enforcement partners began seizing “rainbow fentanyl” earlier this month. So far, authorities have found it in 18 …
Facts About Fentanyl Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that can slow or stop a person’s breathing during an overdose. Understanding the risks, recognizing warning signs, and knowing how to respond can help protect you and the people you love. How Strong Is Fentanyl? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this …
Deadly Counterfeit Pills spreading across the USA Counterfeit pills can look like legitimate prescription medications but contain dangerous, unexpected ingredients. Understanding the risks of fake medication can help protect you and your family from an accidental overdose. These products may resemble oxycodone, Xanax, or Adderall. However, their appearance does not prove that they contain the …
Counterfeit pills are fake medications marketed as legitimate prescription drugs. They may look authentic, but their ingredients and strength can be unpredictable. Understanding how these products are sold and what they may contain can help you recognize the risks. Key Facts About Counterfeit Pills For more background, read our article on the dangers of fake …
Marin Addresses High Suicide Rate Marin Independent Journal | September 25, 2021By Keri Brenner | kbrenner@marinij.com This article describes findings and events reported in September 2021. Crisis support: Call the Marin Suicide Prevention Hotline at 415-499-1100. You can also call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available around the clock. …
The opioid crisis has ravaged America… and in many cases destroyed lives to fill the pockets of the fat-cat drug manufacturers. Consultancy giant McKinsey & Co. is now apologizing for its role in the opioid crisis after The New York Times revealed its proposed 2017 plan to “turbocharge” OxyContin sales by giving distributors rebates for overdoses. Link to Full …
