All articles tagged with #overdose
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Axios
Research indicates that Chinese crackdowns on fentanyl significantly contributed to a 34% decline in U.S. overdose deaths, suggesting diplomatic pressure was more effective than street-level arrests in disrupting the illicit drug trade and saving lives.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Flathead Beacon
The article discusses the rising overdose crisis in Flathead County, Montana, driven by fentanyl and poly-drug use, highlighting personal stories like Riley McConnell's, and emphasizing the need for increased awareness, resources, and community intervention to combat the growing opioid epidemic.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Yahoo
Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, was offered a plea deal related to drug charges before her sudden death, which was suspected to be an overdose; she had a history of drug-related legal issues and was due in court in January but died at age 34.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by RadarOnline
Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was involved in violent conflicts with her husband over drug abuse and was found dead at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, with her history including substance abuse and recent legal issues related to domestic violence.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Yahoo
Victoria Kafka Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel, with witnesses suggesting she had been using cocaine prior to her death. The investigation is ongoing, with toxicology results pending, but initial reports point to a possible overdose. Victoria had a history of substance abuse and legal issues related to drug use. The family requests privacy as they mourn.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by BBC
A California doctor, Salvador Plasencia, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry, whose overdose death in 2023 was linked to illegal drug distribution. The case highlights issues of drug abuse and illegal medical practices in Hollywood, with Perry's family and legal authorities emphasizing the doctor's role in his tragic death.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NBC News
A doctor, Salvador Plasencia, who sold ketamine to Matthew Perry before his overdose death, is set to be sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to illegal drug distribution, highlighting issues of addiction and exploitation.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by AP News
A doctor who sold ketamine to Matthew Perry before his overdose death is set to be sentenced in Los Angeles, with prosecutors seeking a three-year prison term after his guilty plea to illegal distribution, highlighting issues of drug exploitation and addiction.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Five individuals have been charged with running a fentanyl distribution network that sold counterfeit pills via social media, leading to the overdose deaths of Robert De Niro's grandson and two other teenagers in New York in 2023. The suspects face serious charges with potential life sentences if convicted.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
Nearly six people have been indicted for selling fentanyl-laced pills that led to the July 2023 overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson, Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez, who died after using fake Xanax pills sold via social media in New York City.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC7 New York
Five individuals have been arrested in connection with a criminal network responsible for distributing counterfeit fentanyl-laced pills that led to the deaths of Robert De Niro's grandson and others in New York City, including three 19-year-olds, with additional charges against Sofia Marks for her role in the overdose deaths.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Five individuals were arrested for their involvement in a criminal network that distributed counterfeit fentanyl-laced pills, leading to the overdose deaths of Robert De Niro's grandson and Chris Stein's daughter in 2023.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
MLB star Mike Trout testified in a California civil trial that he considered Tyler Skaggs like a brother and did not notice signs of drug use before Skaggs's overdose death in 2019, which is part of a lawsuit alleging the Angels' negligence in providing drugs to players. The trial also involves details about Skaggs's drug use, the team's responsibility, and the criminal conviction of Eric Kay for supplying fentanyl-laced pills.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
The US has seen a significant decline in fentanyl-related deaths in 2024, thanks to harm reduction strategies, treatment programs like methadone, and widespread naloxone use, with North Carolina leading the way in recovery efforts and legal actions against opioid manufacturers.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AOL.com
Overdose deaths among Americans aged 65 and older have surged dramatically, with a 9,000% increase in fentanyl-stimulant related deaths over the past eight years, driven by the opioid epidemic and the prevalence of illicit fentanyl mixed with drugs like cocaine and methamphetamines. Experts emphasize the need for cautious prescribing, increased awareness, and overdose prevention strategies for this vulnerable age group.