Drug and Substance Abuse

New Zealand December 13

Woman arrested for attempting to smuggle 22 pounds of meth wrapped as Christmas gifts in carry-on bag

A 29-year-old woman was arrested after she allegedly attempted to smuggle methamphetamine wrapped as Christmas presents in her carry-on bag.

Health December 10

CDC warns of deadly drug 100 times more potent than fentanyl, overdoses spike in past year

Fentanyl has made headlines for driving overdose deaths, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning of the rise of an even deadlier drug. An addiction specialist weighs in.

Health December 2

Alcohol deaths have more than doubled in recent years, especially among women

From 1999 to 2020, the number of alcohol-related deaths has nearly doubled, according to Florida Atlantic University study. A researcher and addiction specialists discuss the risk factors.

Hunter Biden December 1

Biden pardons son Hunter Biden ahead of exit from Oval Office

President Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden after he was convicted in a felony gun case and a separate felony tax case earlier this year.

Opinion November 19

DR. MARC SIEGEL: Why Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1s could be a magic shot against alcohol abuse

The COVID pandemic set in motion trends with alcohol use that have persisted. Disruptions in work, school and lifestyle have been linked to increased alcohol consumption.

Health November 17

Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcoholism, a new study suggests. Researchers explain why diabetes and weight loss drugs work better than alcohol medications.

Stop Smoking November 17

Some online vape sellers don't comply with regulations to prevent sales to minors, study finds

A UC San Diego study found that online e-cigarette retailers are not sticking to regulations on shipping and flavor restrictions. Researchers and experts discuss the concerning findings.

PTSD November 10

US Army veteran starts successful barbecue business despite health challenges: ‘Very proud’

Bronze Star recipient and Army veteran Steven Rossler followed his dream of opening a barbecue business with his family, after overcoming the health challenges of being a combat veteran.

Media November 2

Burlington business owner says public safety issues are turning customers away: ‘The worst we’ve seen it’

The owner of a sporting goods store in Burlington, Vermont, told Fox News Digital that the homeless and drug addiction crisis in the city has been driving away his customers.

Media October 25

Burlington leadership call for more officers, new programs after city defunded police: ‘That was a mistake’

Community leaders in Burlington, Vermont say that defunding the police was a "mistake" as they deal with a significant spike in homelessness, drug addiction, and crime.