Drug and Substance Abuse - Page 4

Florida man accused of killing nurse mom who helped him despite repeated arrests for threatening her: sheriff

August 9, 2026

Florida man accused of killing nurse mom who helped him despite repeated arrests for threatening her: sheriff

Gibson Nash allegedly beat and strangled his mother, a nurse who had bonded him out of jail and moved to Florida to get him mental health help.

Late NBA player Brandon Clarke died of accidental heroin and cocaine overdose, authorities say

August 7, 2026

Late NBA player Brandon Clarke died of accidental heroin and cocaine overdose, authorities say

Brandon Clarke was found dead in his Los Angeles home from the effects of heroin and cocaine in what authorities ruled an accidental overdose.

Daily marijuana use tops cigarettes and alcohol, new report says

August 3, 2026

Daily marijuana use tops cigarettes and alcohol, new report says

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the health risks associated with marijuana and the CDC’s warning about invasive mold infections.

Veteran Affairs tests GLP-1 drugs for alcohol use disorder

August 2, 2026

Veteran Affairs tests GLP-1 drugs for alcohol use disorder

‘Keeping It Real Podcast’ host Jillian Michaels joins ‘The Sunday Briefing’ to discuss GLP-1 drugs’ potential use for alcohol disorders and the status of its approval with the FDA.

America hits major marijuana milestone as daily weed use surpasses daily drinking

August 2, 2026

America hits major marijuana milestone as daily weed use surpasses daily drinking

Daily marijuana use among American adults jumped 21% between 2022 and 2025, with adults aged 26 and older driving the dramatic surge in cannabis use.

Assisted living center sent resident to doctor's appointment after giving him 18 shots, 5 am beer: officials

August 1, 2026

Assisted living center sent resident to doctor's appointment after giving him 18 shots, 5 am beer: officials

State investigators claim a Minnesota assisted living center gave a mentally ill resident 18 shots of liquor in 24 hours before a telehealth appointment.

Research suggests GLP-1 drugs may help curb alcohol abuse

July 31, 2026

Research suggests GLP-1 drugs may help curb alcohol abuse

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses a new Virginia trial examining whether GLP-1 drugs can reduce alcohol misuse and breaks down the 'cyclospora skinny' trend on 'America's Newsroom.'

Hiker's unexplained death exposes deadly alcohol withdrawal risk many don't recognize

July 30, 2026

Hiker's unexplained death exposes deadly alcohol withdrawal risk many don't recognize

Alcohol withdrawal seizures can strike 24 to 48 hours after the last drink, turning wilderness settings into life-threatening traps for heavy drinkers.

Sharon Stone's terrifying weed withdrawal sparks warning about today's potent marijuana

July 24, 2026

Sharon Stone's terrifying weed withdrawal sparks warning about today's potent marijuana

Sharon Stone's marijuana withdrawal symptoms were so severe that she saw a neurologist, highlighting the dangers of quitting high-potency THC without a plan.

Mamdani offers few answers as massive homeless encampment sprouts in west Manhattan

July 13, 2026

Mamdani offers few answers as massive homeless encampment sprouts in west Manhattan

A growing homeless encampment near Manhattan's Intrepid Museum has sparked complaints as Mayor Zohran Mamdani outlines the city's response.