FDA Schedules Public Hearing on Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs
FDA sets a September 14 public hearing on therapeutic psychedelics and finalizes its first clinical trial guidance for psilocybin, LSD and MDMA.
July 15, 20264 min read
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New Mexico Overdose Deaths Jump 21% in 2025 as Nation Sees Decline
New Mexico reports 900 overdose deaths in 2025, a 21% increase while national fatalities drop 14%. Fentanyl drives crisis in Rio Arriba, Santa Fe, and Taos counties with 65%+ spikes.
July 14, 20265 min read
Minnesota Health Officials Warn of Medetomidine, 'Rhino Tranq' Contaminating Fentanyl Supply
Veterinary sedative medetomidine, 100-200 times more potent than xylazine, is appearing in Minnesota's illicit fentanyl supply, creating naloxone-resistant overdoses and severe withdrawal symptoms.
July 13, 20266 min read
SAMHSA Imposes New Grant Restrictions, Bans Clean Needle Funding Amid Staff Cuts
SAMHSA bans federal funding for clean needles and syringe services while cutting agency staff by half, alarming addiction treatment providers.
July 13, 20267 min read
Washington State Takes Albertsons to Trial Over Role in Fueling Opioid Crisis
Washington Attorney General opens trial against Albertsons, alleging pharmacy chain failed to prevent opioid misuse while prioritizing prescription volume over patient safety.
July 13, 20267 min read
Delaware Opens $12.75 Million Opioid Settlement Grant Round for Prevention and Treatment Programs
Delaware Opioid Settlement Commission launches fourth competitive grant round with $12.75 million available for prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery support programs.
July 12, 20264 min read
Manatee County Opioid Overdose Deaths Plunge 56% as Community Network Expands Harm Reduction
Manatee County, Florida reports dramatic 56% decline in opioid overdose deaths through coordinated naloxone distribution, expanded treatment access, and peer recovery support programs.
July 12, 20266 min read
Wisconsin Governments Have Received $160 Million in Opioid Settlement Funds, But Much Remains Unspent
Wisconsin Watch investigation reveals $160 million in opioid settlement funds received by local governments, with 16 municipalities yet to spend any allocations.
July 12, 20265 min read
Alabama Awards Grant to Launch Medication-Assisted Treatment Program at Jefferson County Jail
Governor Kay Ivey awards $70,694 grant to implement substance abuse treatment combining medication-assisted treatment with counseling for inmates at Jefferson County Jail.
July 11, 20264 min read