It’s a widespread problem, not often in the spotlight: an elder who is dependent on drinking or drugs. The sad downward spiral of those aging parents who already face age-related health problems is ...

A Santa Monica beverage company is facing a class-action lawsuit alleging the primary ingredient in its Feel Free kava drink is an addictive opioid-like substance known as kratom. Botanic Tonics, the ...

In North Carolina, alcohol-related deaths are on the rise. Here's what the data from Forsyth County says about who is impacted most.

WALKING into his fourth pharmacy of the day for yet another box of codeine, Lloyd James Green wasn’t worried about staff recognising him. Wearing a disguise, he was able to trick different pharmacies ...

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Researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) report that the gene, CHRNA3, acts as a key regulator of alcohol sensitivity. Published in ...

Substance abuse treatment is often overlooked in oncological care, despite its impact on cancer outcomes. Many cancer patients continue hazardous drinking during treatment, increasing risks of ...

Tom Holland detailed how he realized he was “definitely addicted to alcohol” when trying to commit to a month of no drinking. “All I could think about was having a drink. That’s all I could think ...

University of Washington Medicine is taking part in a nationwide clinical trial testing whether GLP‑1 drugs for weight loss ...

Stigma and discrimination remain among the biggest obstacles to addressing drug addiction, with experts warning that fear of judgment often prevents people from seeking help until their condition has ...