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Welcome to the Australian Island That Fueled America's Opioid Crisis
How a genetically modified super poppy from Tasmania provided enough opiods to flood America.
Fake Prescription Pills Are a Threat to Our Generation
Lil Peep died from an accidental overdose believed to have been caused by fentanyl and Xanax.
Should Antibiotics Be Taken Preventively?
When I saw John's ziplock full of military-prescribed doxy, I wondered how many other soldiers were taking the same precautions.
Valium Has Been Recalled Across Australia After Pill Tampering Discovered
Police are investigating whether the tablets were stolen and replaced with other medications.
What Really Happens When You Drink While on Psych Meds?
When it comes to drugs, nothing is promised to you.
What are the Effects of Adderall if You Don’t Have ADHD?
Adderall is a drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. If you take it without an ADHD diagnosis you might not get the results you're looking for—and could have some unwanted side effects.
We Asked Addicts and Experts About Australia's Real Epidemic: Prescription Drugs
We're so focused on illegal drugs that we forget about prescriptions, even though the latter kills so many more. With this in mind, we asked addicts and experts how Australia can kick the habit.
The CDC Just Told American Doctors to Rethink Pain Treatment and Opioid Addiction
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published the first federal guidelines for doctors prescribing addictive painkillers such as OxyContin.
Everything You Should Know About 360's Nurofen Plus Addiction
Australian rapper 360 last week released a confessional freestyle detailing his addiction to codeine. It was heavy stuff, set to The xx's instrumental "Intro".
Is the Newest University Study Drug Technically Cheating?
With the mounting pressure placed on students, many turn to smart drugs to help them study. And in the pursuit of good grades, who cares if it's fair, legal, or safe?