Xylazine — otherwise known as "tranq," "tranq dope" and "zombie drug" — is wreaking havoc in major cities across the country with its devastating effects: It can literally rot the user's skin.

Senators blame sky-high drug prices on abuse of the patent system. Democrats and Republicans accused drugmakers of taking advantage of patents to keep cheaper competition off the market.

Student drug abuse in schools remains a pressing concern in today’s society. Despite efforts to educate and prevent substance misuse, the issue continues to affect students of all ages ...

Americans may not say it aloud, but drug addiction has long been considered a moral failing. "Just say no," as Nancy Reagan famously declared during the crack-cocaine epidemic of the 80s.That ...

Illinois is spending $3 million in an effort to recruit and retain more substance abuse counselors amid a surge in drug abuse and overdoses that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Drugs such as Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic can cut drug and alcohol abuse by up to 50%, a study found, adding to mounting evidence that the drugs yield health benefits beyond diabetes and weight loss.

A poison and drug center in New Mexico is the only one nationwide to offer addiction support for substance abuse. Updated: 5:38 PM MDT Sep 24, 2024 Editorial Standards ⓘ ...