It’s been nearly a year since the sad news of actor Matthew Perry’s passing. The “Friends” star had shared his struggles with drugs and alcohol, as well as his various stints in rehab, in his 2022 memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.” Though initial reports shared that Perry had died at home in his hot tub, many speculated …
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Lack of sleep poses concerning risk for kids, study finds: 'Crucial role'
A good night’s sleep has many proven benefits — potentially including a healthier future for kids. New research from Penn State University analyzed how childhood sleep patterns could be linked to future substance use. Researchers at the university found that adolescents who went to bed later and slept fewer hours during their childhood were more likely to have consumed alcohol …
Read More »FDA panel rejects MDMA-assisted therapies for PTSD despite high hopes from veterans
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) panel rejected MDMA-based treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that are often used in veteran care. On June 4, the advisory committee voted 10-1 against the …
Read More »7 most dramatic moments from US v Hunter trial: Wild testimony from exes, Jill Biden takes front-row seat
WILMINGTON, Del. — Hunter Biden’s whirlwind, and at times emotional, criminal trial came to a close Tuesday when the jury found the first son guilty on all counts related to his purchase of a firearm in 2018. “I am more grateful today for the love and support I experienced this last week from Melissa, my family, my friends, and my …
Read More »NY family loses daughter to fentanyl overdose after taking 1 pill
Amid the unprecedented prevalence of fentanyl masquerading as other substances, taking just one unprescribed pill one time can kill you. This is a reality that hits close to home for one New York family that lost their daughter in 2022. Paige Gibbons, a 19-year-old college freshman at Hobart and William Smith with dreams of becoming a doctor, thought she was …
Read More »Hunter Biden guilty on all counts. What we just learned about smoke, mirrors and privilege
The facts were simple, the law was clear, and the evidence of guilt can only be described as overwhelming. The only surprise is that it took jurors more than five minutes to convict Hunter Biden on all three gun charges that he faced in a federal courtroom in Wilmington, Delaware.In sports vernacular, the case was a slam dunk. It did …
Read More »Through new pilot project, medical marijuana could become more accessible to senior citizens
A new initiative dubbed The Commonwealth Project, based in Massachusetts, aims to integrate medical cannabis into traditional health care for seniors. “People 65 and over are the fastest-growing segment using cannabis, but they’re using it for ailments of aging, [for] relief,” Howard Kessler, the group’s founder, told Fox News. Medical marijuana is legal in 37 states, four U.S. territories and …
Read More »Mushroom-infused 'microdosing' chocolate bars are sending people to the hospital, prompting investigation: FDA
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about a mushroom-infused chocolate bar that has reportedly sent some people to the hospital. The FDA released an advisory message about Diamond Shruumz “microdosing” chocolate bars on June 7. The chocolate bars contain a “proprietary nootropics blend” that is said to give a “relaxed euphoric experience without psilocybin,” according to its …
Read More »Several groups say cannabis may help aging Americans manage pain
For the first time ever, more Americans are using marijuana daily than those who drink alcohol every day. That’s according to the Society for the Study of Addiction. One group that has sharply increased its marijuana use is senior citizens over the age of 65. Many are using the substance for ailments in place of prescription drugs, but they are …
Read More »San Francisco not sure if latest effort to curb drug epidemic is helping addicts get sober: Report
The city of San Francisco last year adopted a new effort in an attempt to get drug use under control. But it’s unclear if it’s working. Several drug users who have been arrested for using fentanyl out in the city streets have gone on record to say that their detainment hasn’t spurred them to kick their habit or seek treatment. …
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