Drug News

ALCOHOL – USA

Mixing stimulants with alcohol is worse than alcohol consumption alone – Ball State Daily News

When students launch shots of hard liquor into caffeinated energy drinks, they are in for more than just a buzz, according to David Pearson, director of the strength and research laboratory.

METH – UK

Crystal meth danger fears – York Press

POLICE in North Yorkshire are keeping a watchful eye out for any signs of the highly addictive drug “crystal meth”. The drug could become as big a problem as crack cocaine within the next four years, according to a new police report.

PAINKILLERS – USA

More painkiller patches recalled, this time by Actavis – The Star-Ledger

Patches containing the prescription painkiller fentanyl were recalled for the second time in a week today, because of a flaw that could cause patients or caregivers to overdose on the potent drug inside, the Associated Press reported.

 
HEROIN – USA

Valley kids on heroin – AZ Central

Heroin is making a come-back in the Valley, not with junkies on the street, but with teenagers in high schools in nice neighborhoods. 

HEROIN – AUSTRALIA

Heroin use on the rise in Newcastle – ABC News

Figures from the Hunter’s Drug Arm show that while amphetamine use in Newcastle has declined, addicts are turning to heroin in huge numbers.

ALCOHOL – UK

Drink and drugs can damage men’s sperm, study suggests – Guardian

Men should not smoke, drink or take unnecessary drugs if they are planning to become fathers to avoid causing health problems for their children, a health expert has warned.

PRESCRIPTION – USA

Prescription drug abuse on the rise among suburban women – WNYT News

It’s not just a problem for the rich and famous. Hydrocodone is fast becoming one of the most widely abused drugs not in the inner city but in the suburbs.