The UK is on the verge of a devastating drug crisis as nitazenes, synthetic opioids up to 2,000 times stronger than heroin, infiltrate the streets. Known as the “nitazene crisis,” this growing epidemic is raising alarms across the country. Experts warn the UK could face a catastrophic wave of drug-related fatalities similar to the fentanyl...
Drug misuse doesn’t just claim lives; it shatters families, leaves communities in ruins, and creates ripples of trauma that may never fade. It’s not just a headline or a statistic. It’s a father mourning his children, a mother behind bars, a family torn apart, and a society turning its back on the hard truths. The...
The rollout of legal cannabis dispensaries in New York was intended to boost equity and opportunity for communities most impacted by historic drug laws. However, two years after the Cannabis Social Equity Investment Fund was announced, the ambitious plan to launch 150 marijuana shops for former offenders is faltering. Now, the state seeks to reclaim...
The story of the Pueblo Cannabis Industry in Colorado reveals both the hope and challenges of legalising recreational marijuana. What started as a bold plan to revive a struggling city provides valuable lessons for any community considering the same path. We explore Pueblo’s highs and lows, the reasons for its decline, and what other regions...
A Scottish Christian charity is making a significant impact in addiction recovery with its groundbreaking rock climbing recovery programme. East Ayrshire Churches Homelessness Action (EACHa), based in Kilmarnock, has partnered with Above Adventure to create the New Heights initiative. This addiction recovery climbing initiative combines outdoor activities with community support to help individuals build resilience...
At Cork Prison, over 100 people are waiting for addiction counselling, but there are only two addiction counsellors available to help them. This highlights a larger problem across Ireland, where addiction counselling and treatment services struggle to keep up with demand. At the start of this year, there were just 18 counsellors working nationally and...
The cannabis market collapse is grabbing headlines across Colorado and California, places once heralded as pioneers of the “green rush.” Legal pot failure, along with the persistent California pot black market, has left communities grappling with broken promises and tough realities. This blog takes a closer look at what went wrong, focusing on the story...
Illicit marijuana disguised as hemp is making its way onto the shelves of convenience stores and gas stations across New Mexico. Despite laws intended to ensure that only licensed dispensaries can sell cannabis, black market cannabis is finding new ways to bypass the system. These illicit sales put public safety and youth at risk and...
The opioid crisis has gripped communities across the United States, and Indiana is no exception. A significant factor often overlooked in this epidemic is the role of prescription opioids. What begins as medication for post-surgery pain relief can spiral into addiction, devastating lives and families. This is why safeguarding policies like prior authorization are crucial...
Controversial Post Ignites Criticism The World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe is facing backlash after launching a “St Patrick’s Day alcohol awareness” campaign on social media. The post, published on the festive day, encouraged celebrating with a green matcha drink instead of beer and urged reflection on “the role of alcohol in our lives.” While aimed...