Hialeah Councilwoman Angelica Pacheco has proposed an ordinance targeting marijuana use in public places within the City of Progress. Her initiative seeks to extend current prohibitions to include not just parks but also parking lots, shopping centres, and grocery stores, aiming for a comprehensive ban on public consumption. This proposal comes months ahead of Florida’s...
Maine has emerged as the latest battleground in the fight against the black market marijuana trade, a recent CBS News investigation reveals. This extensive inquiry shines a light on the sprawling network of unlicensed grow houses across the state, believed to be orchestrated by Chinese criminal syndicates. The Strategic Position of Maine in the Illicit...
In Minnesota, the quest to dismantle the illegal cannabis market through legalisation has not only fallen short of expectations but has exacerbated the situation, introducing new risks to public safety. The never-fulfilled promise of eradicating the marijuana black market continues to challenge both proponents of legalisation and, more concerningly, the general public. Now, communities are...
Washington D.C. has witnessed a significant spike in opioid overdose deaths, setting a grim record in 2023. A detailed report from the D.C. Office of the Chief Medical Examiner reveals an alarming increase in fatalities, shedding light on a crisis that demands urgent attention. The data, meticulously compiled, highlights that there were 518 opioid overdose...
In an unforeseen turn of events, Mexico is currently experiencing a fentanyl shortage that is severely impacting the United States, particularly in medical contexts where the opioid is legitimately used for pain management and anaesthesia. This development brings to light the complex dynamics of fentanyl production and distribution, substances often spotlighted for their roles in...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has recently shared his outlook on the future of recreational marijuana in the state, predicting a defeat for the legalisation measure when it appears on the ballot in November 2024. This stance comes despite the initiative’s approval by the Florida Supreme Court and a survey indicating substantial public support. The measure,...
The 2021 Adult Arrestee Drug Use in the San Diego Region report provides valuable insights into the patterns and trends of drug use among adult arrestees in the area. Despite the suspension of federal funding for the Arrestee Drug Abuse Monitoring (ADAM) program in 2004, San Diego has continued to collect and report data on...
A pivotal congressional report has recently brought to light China’s intricate involvement in the fentanyl crisis that continues to ravage communities across the United States. This detailed investigation by a special House committee uncovers the significant role China plays in the production and international distribution of fentanyl precursors, raising grave concerns about the global fight...
Alcohol, a substance consumed by millions globally for its psychoactive effects, has a darker side that’s often overshadowed by social acceptance. While an occasional drink is considered harmless, and sometimes even beneficial for adults, excessive consumption carries severe consequences. According to recent findings, alcohol-related deaths account for nearly 3 million fatalities annually worldwide, making it...
At a time when the use of cannabis is gaining widespread acceptance through legalisation and cultural shifts, a novel health issue arises, putting into question what we know about the safety of this substance. Known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), this condition manifests through a set of gastrointestinal and autonomic symptoms that have been on...