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Edibles made by Santa Ana-based Prophet Premium Blends linked to 113 illnesses, possibly 2 deaths – Daily News

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Edibles made by Santa Ana-based Prophet Premium Blends linked to 113 illnesses, possibly 2 deaths – Daily News

It is standard practice for scientists and drug companies to use synthetic psilocybin formulas when conducting clinical studies or drug trials. But synthetic psilocybin is now also showing up outside the lab in illicit “magic mushroom” edibles that are making consumers sick. Products made by Santa Ana, California-based Prophet Premium Blends, and sold under the … Read more

Misleading narrative claims vapes, e-cigarettes are healthier alternatives: Experts

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Misleading narrative claims vapes, e-cigarettes are healthier alternatives: Experts

NEW DELHI: Health and child rights experts have raised alarms about the increasing portrayal of e-cigarettes and vapes as healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco products, warning that these products are also being used as a gateway to traditional tobacco use. They cautioned that this “misleading narrative” is a strategic attempt by the industry to target … Read more

Poilievre vows to defund ‘safer supply’ drug policies, put money into treatment

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Poilievre vows to defund ‘safer supply’ drug policies, put money into treatment

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he will take all federal dollars out of programs and facilities that use prescribed drug alternatives in perhaps his strongest commitment yet to roll back a Liberal drug program he claims is fuelling “chaos” on the country’s streets. The Tory leader said his government would focus squarely on recovery, adding that there’s … Read more

Opinion | Addicted to cheese, ramen, pizza? It’s not your fault – our bodies are hard-wired for it

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Opinion | Addicted to cheese, ramen, pizza? It’s not your fault – our bodies are hard-wired for it

“I would literally just eat a block of cheese with my hands,” she told the tabloid, adding that she fed her habit, in true addict style, sitting on her apartment floor alone in the dark. “It was the only thing that would make me feel somewhat whole.” Cheese contains a protein called casein that is … Read more

Denver’s next DA John Walsh on prosecuting violent crime, drugs

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Denver’s next DA John Walsh on prosecuting violent crime, drugs

Democrat John Walsh’s victory in this week’s primary election all but ensured he’ll be Denver’s next district attorney. In a conversation with The Denver Post on Thursday, the former U.S. attorney for Colorado discussed his vision for the Denver District Attorney’s Office and his approach to violent crime, drug prosecutions and racial disparities in the … Read more

U.S. Supreme Court decision rejects Purdue Pharma opioid settlement, leaving victims in limbo

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U.S. Supreme Court decision rejects Purdue Pharma opioid settlement, leaving victims in limbo

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would have shielded members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids but also would have provided billions of dollars to combat the opioid epidemic. After deliberating more than six months, … Read more

Poilievre promises legislation to prevent exemptions for illicit drug use in hospitals

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Poilievre promises legislation to prevent exemptions for illicit drug use in hospitals

Politics Federal Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre says the Conservatives will put forward legislation that would forbid Ottawa from “ever” granting provinces exemptions to allow illicit drug use in hospitals. Premier Eby says province has an ‘obligation’ to people struggling with addiction The Canadian Press · Posted: May 14, 2024 3:25 PM EDT | Last Updated: … Read more

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew expects to defeat US ban threat: ‘We aren’t going anywhere’

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TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew expects to defeat US ban threat: ‘We aren’t going anywhere’

In 2020, Trump was blocked by the courts in his bid to ban TikTok and Chinese-owned WeChat, a unit of Tencent, in the United States. 02:15 Singaporeans fume over US lawmaker grilling of TikTok CEO Singaporeans fume over US lawmaker grilling of TikTok CEO Chew added: “Make no mistake – this is a ban on … Read more

Denver’s Roads to Recovery initiative prioritizes treatment over jail

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Denver’s Roads to Recovery initiative prioritizes treatment over jail

For Aly Garrett, the safe haven provided by Tribe Recovery Homes is a source of inspiration and, she hopes, salvation. The 34-year-old is on probation for charges related to fentanyl use. Her addiction started four years ago while she was in an abusive relationship and dealing with trauma that stemmed from her mother’s use of … Read more

Colorado’s property taxes, data centers, gun bills and more from the legislature

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Colorado’s property taxes, data centers, gun bills and more from the legislature

Legislation promotes construction of data centers. Not everyone supports the idea. Here’s why. A bill that would provide state tax rebates to draw data centers to Colorado has run into opposition from critics who warn of the facilities’ large demands for energy and water and potentially higher costs for other electric customers. The legislation would … Read more