Victory for Florida’s Future: Why the Rejection of Amendment 3 Matters for Public Health and Safety
We are pleased that Amendment 3 did not pass, reflecting the shared concerns of many Floridians about the risks of legalizing recreational marijuana.
Two Emerging Drug Alerts: Tianeptine “Gas Station Heroin” and Injectable Liquid Fentanyl
The landscape of substance use is constantly evolving due to the introduction of new and potent drugs into the illicit drug supply and diversion of regulated pharmaceutical products.
Study finds genetic link to cannabis addiction and multiple health problems
According to Yale News, researchers were able to identify dozens of genetic variants linked to cannabis use disorder and a variety of behavioral and health issues associated with cannabis use disorder.
Public Health Alert: DEA Warns of Increase in Mass-Overdoses Related to Deadly Fentanyl
Mass-overdose events occur when three or more overdoses take place at the same location and close in time. These mass-overdose events are mainly attributed to dealers selling drugs claiming to be cocaine or selling fake prescription pills that look identical to legitimate prescription pills and instead, these drugs contain a deadly dose of fentanyl.
