Maryland State

Columbus, OH

Washington State

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Timothy A Gruver

The Washington State Health Care Authority reports it is launching a new state program, ScalaNW, to expand access to medications for opioid addiction. Starting on Monday, ScalaNW will offer every emergency room clinician with round the clock clinical consultation and educational materials to treat opioid addiction, according to the HCA.

ScalaNW: Expanding ER Access to Opioid Addiction Treatment

Booneville, MS

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Prentiss County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Cairo, MS – May 5, 2024: The Prentiss County Sheriff's Department responded to a call on Wednesday concerning a woman found unconscious in a vehicle at the Dollar General in Cairo according toa press release from the PCSD.

Woman Found Passed Out at Dollar General Charged with Drug Possession Enhanced with Firearm

NBC News

Another powerful animal tranquilizer has made its way into street drugs, added to illicit fentanyl and other opioids to prolong a user’s high. The drug, called medetomidine, is linked to a recent spate of deadly overdoses throughout the Midwest and Northeast. It dramatically slows down breathing, heart rate, blood pressure and decreases activity in the brain and spinal cord. It’s not meant for use in people.

A dangerous new animal sedative is making its way into the illegal drug supply

Carlsbad, CA

OptumRx will pay $20 million to resolve claims the company violated the Controlled Substances Act by improperly filling certain opioid prescriptions, the Department of Justice recently announced. The agency claims OptumRx did not fill prescriptions correctly for "trinity prescriptions" like benzodiazepines and other muscle relaxants from April 2013 to April...

DOJ slaps $20M opioid prescription penalty on OptumRx

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Dicle Belul

The recall of over two dozen candy lines was prompted by concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella, a common cause of food poisoning. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the recall due to potential health risks associated with the affected products. These sweet treats, including caramel pretzels and cookies, were distributed nationwide to retailers like Walmart, Hy-Vee, Dollar Central, and Target, as well as other wholesalers. Salmonella can cause symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, especially affecting vulnerable individuals such as the elderly or those with weakened immune systems.

Nationwide Candy Recall: Potential Salmonella Contamination

California State

HeySoCal

A statewide fentanyl crackdown that focused on ports of entry along the southern border has resulted in authorities seizing 7 million pills and 3,725 pounds of power since January, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday. Last month alone, investigators seized 1,170,893 pills containing fentanyl and 986 pounds of fentanyl powder. “California’s...

7 million fentanyl pills, 3,700 pounds of power seized statewide this year

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Military Times

Is the Tricare pharmacy contractor hurting troops and their families by squeezing out competition?

Troops may face inflated drug costs under Tricare, lawmakers say

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

The construction industry faces unique challenges regarding employee safety. Working with heavy machinery, navigating complex structures, and handling hazardous materials all require a sharp mind, steady hand, and unwavering focus. In the high-stakes world of construction, where every action carries potential risks, ensuring a safe work environment is paramount. Unfortunately, substance abuse can compromise these essential skills, putting workers at significant risk.

How Drug Screening and Background Checks Reduce Workplace Injuries

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Woodbridge, VA

The Inside Scoop - PWC

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Authorities are actively searching for Quamel Thomson, a 26-year-old man from Woodbridge, who is accused of assaulting a woman and preventing her from leaving an apartment in the Longview Apartments complex on Lynn Street.

Woodbridge Police Hunt for Man Accused of Strangling and Assaulting Woman in Apartment

R.J. Reynolds Vapor Co. (RJRVC) has announced the introduction of a new nicotine-free vape product, called Sensa. “Sensa is a zero nicotine option from a reputable company for adult tobacco and vapor consumers who prefer flavor, more choice and more flexibility over their moments,” the company explained in a statement.

R.J. Reynolds Introduces Nicotine-Free Vape

New Jersey State

Clifton, NJ

Newark, NJ – Evangelos Megariotis, a 72-year-old orthopedic surgeon from Clifton, admitted to multiple counts of unlawfully prescribing pain medications to his patients. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the guilty plea today.

Surgeon Guilty of Illegal Narcotic Prescriptions, Faces 20 Years

North Carolina State

The Senate’s latest attempt at legal medical cannabis access for patients was added to a bill on hemp regulations. On June 20, 2024, the North Carolina Senate approved a measure that would make medical cannabis legal in the state for patients with qualifying conditions (1). The vote was 33-9, though a second vote will be taking place on Monday.

Medical Cannabis Passes North Carolina Senate

WASHINGTON -- The Supreme Court took up an e-cigarette case Tuesday, weighing Food and Drug Administration decisions blocking the marketing of sweet flavored products amid a surge in vaping by young people. The FDA is appealing a lower court ruling siding with vape companies who argue the FDA unfairly denied...

Supreme Court to weigh whether regulators were heavy handed with flavored e-cigarette products

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Applications Open For Funds To Address Opioid Crisis In Maryland

The money comes from legal settlements from opioid manufacturers and distributors. Baltimore, Md (KM) The State Department of Health says requests for applications are now being...

Applications Open For Funds To Address Opioid Crisis In Maryland

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