Drug and Substance Abuse

Portland 3 days ago

Portland DA cracks down on drug crimes as Seattle pulls back on enforcement

Portland DA announces drug prosecution crackdown for those refusing treatment, contrasting sharply with Seattle's lenient approach to possession cases.

Health 6 days ago

Doctors reveal what ‘reasonable’ drinking looks like — and who should avoid alcohol

Health experts weigh in on alcohol decisions after Dry January, offering guidance on finding balance between social drinking and potential health risks.

Health January 10

Doctor reveals what 30 days without alcohol does to the brain and body amid Dry January

Experts explain how Dry January can transform your health in 30 days. Learn about the benefits of taking an alcohol break and what happens to your body.

Health January 7

Little-known prescription pill is helping Americans drink less alcohol

Struggling with alcohol cravings? Naltrexone targets the brain's reward center to minimize drinking urges and reduce harmful binge-drinking behaviors.

VIDEO January 3

Our New Year's predictions

What will happen in 2026 by Kyle Peterson, Allysia Finley, Jason Riley and Dan Henninger.

Health January 2

Experimental vaccine could save thousands of lives per year, scientist claims

The first-ever fentanyl overdose prevention vaccine could save thousands of lives annually, with human trials beginning in early 2026 after animal studies.

Drug and Substance Abuse December 31

Blue cities U-turn on distributing drug supplies to addicts after progressive policies fail to stem epidemic

Seattle and San Francisco scale back harm reduction policies distributing drug supplies, signaling a shift in how West Coast cities combat the drug crisis.

Drugs December 22

Trump unleashes ‘toughest fentanyl crackdown in history’ as GOP vows ‘consequences’ for Chinese producers

The NDAA includes new sanctions on Chinese fentanyl traffickers as Trump declares the deadly drug a weapon of mass destruction, building on strikes against Venezuela.

VIDEO December 20

Mike 'The Situation': At 10 years sober, he's 'on the frontlines of addiction' with his 'shield' and 'sword'

Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino reflects on how sobriety has transformed his life and helping others recover through The Archangel Centers on 'My View with Lara Trump.'

Opinion December 19

ALEX BERENSON: Trump's marijuana order pushes a dangerous lie about drugs

The liberal and libertarian effort to destigmatize, normalize, legalize and even promote the use of "drugs of abuse" has been a catastrophe for the U.S.