Opioid painkiller ineffective for chronic pain - NHS review
A major NHS safety review reveals that a widely prescribed opioid painkiller provides no meaningful relief for chronic pain sufferers while exposing them to significant addiction risks.
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Rite Aid Closes Multiple US Stores Amid Financial Crisis
American pharmacy chain Rite Aid enters dramatic restructuring, closing multiple locations across the United States while facing bankruptcy and opioid litigation battles.
TV Star Mark Aiston's Shocking Addiction Confession
Popular television presenter Mark Aiston opens up about his devastating battle with drugs, alcohol and gambling addiction that brought him to rock bottom before his remarkable turnaround.
Banker's wine tasting hobby hid alcoholism until 48
A former banking executive shares her shocking journey from wine tasting courses to full-blown alcoholism, revealing how 'sophisticated' drinking culture masked a devastating addiction that nearly cost her everything.
Gene therapy breakthrough offers childhood epilepsy cure hope
Revolutionary gene therapy treatment shows remarkable success in silencing faulty brain circuits causing severe childhood epilepsy, potentially offering permanent solution.
UPFs As Addictive As Drugs - UK Obesity Crisis
Groundbreaking research reveals UPFs create drug-like dependency, with experts calling for urgent government action and warning labels on addictive foods.
NHS Urgent Codeine Warning: Hidden Dangers Revealed
Health officials sound alarm over potentially fatal side effects of common painkillers as addiction rates soar across the UK
Gen X Most Vulnerable to Ultra-Processed Food Addiction
Shocking new research reveals Generation X is Britain's most vulnerable demographic to ultra-processed food addiction, with profound implications for public health and NHS resources.
Mother: My daughter, 25, killed by secret ketamine addiction
A grieving mother speaks out after her 25-year-old daughter's hidden ketamine addiction led to a fatal bladder condition, exposing a devastating lack of NHS support for drug users.
Australian Idol's Kate DeAraugo Reveals Harrowing Ice Addiction
Exclusive: Australian Idol winner Kate DeAraugo reveals her devastating struggle with ice addiction, life on the streets, and her powerful journey to sobriety in a raw new interview.
Chinese Executive Jailed in US Fentanyl Case
A senior Chinese pharmaceutical executive has been sentenced to 15 years in a US prison for conspiring to manufacture and distribute fentanyl, marking a significant victory in the transatlantic fight against the opioid crisis.
UK Approves Groundbreaking Ketamine Treatment for Depression
A revolutionary ketamine-derived nasal spray, Spravato, has received UK approval, offering new hope for millions suffering from severe, treatment-resistant depression.
Deadly New Drug Nitazene Hits UK, 50x Stronger Than Fentanyl
UK health authorities issue an urgent warning over a new synthetic opioid, 'Nitazene', found in illicit drugs. It's significantly more potent and deadly than fentanyl, posing a grave threat to public health and exacerbating the nation's overdose crisis.
NHS approves cannabis treatment for severely ill children
In a historic decision, the NHS has greenlit cannabis-based treatment for a group of children with severe epilepsy, offering new hope to families after a long campaign.
Dad's Agony: Common Drug Destroyed My Son's Life
A grieving father's stark warning about a prescription drug's devastating effects as his son battles addiction. Exclusive investigation into the UK's growing dependency crisis.
NHS Breast Cancer Care Postcode Lottery Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals stark regional disparities in NHS breast cancer care across England, with patients facing unacceptable treatment delays and fragmented services despite government promises.
Parents raise £100k for son's US cancer treatment
The parents of a young boy battling a rare and aggressive cancer have raised over £100,000 to fund pioneering treatment in the United States, in a desperate race against time to save his life.
Filler addict spent £3k monthly on cosmetic procedures
A UK woman's extreme addiction to cosmetic fillers saw her spending £3000 monthly on procedures, leading to severe health complications and a warning from experts about the dangers of unregulated treatments.
Fox Host Kudlow's Cocaine Addiction Exposed in Old Clip
A resurfaced interview reveals Fox Business host Larry Kudlow's past struggle with cocaine addiction, raising questions about hypocrisy and his current political commentary.
Drug Addict's Harrowing Descent: 'Repulsed By Myself'
A former drug addict reveals the brutal reality of his 15-year heroin and crack cocaine addiction, detailing his journey from self-loathing to recovery in a powerful warning to others.
Mike Tyson's Fentanyl Confession: Boxer Nearly Died in Fight
Boxing icon Mike Tyson has made a shocking revelation about being under the influence of fentanyl during his 2020 exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr., admitting he nearly died from the powerful opioid.
Deadly 'Zombie Drug' Medetomidine Hits UK Streets
A powerful animal tranquilliser, medetomidine, is now being detected in the UK's illicit drug supply, significantly increasing the risk of fatal overdoses and complicating medical responses.
Scott Wolf's Wife Enters Rehab Amid Marriage Separation
Exclusive: 'Party of Five' star Scott Wolf and wife Kelley Limp separate after 22 years of marriage as she checks into rehab facility. Shocking split rocks Hollywood.
£10.99 'Miracle' Blonde Treatment Selling Out UK
Hairdressers and shoppers are raving about the L'Oréal Professionnel Blondifier treatment, a budget-friendly at-home product delivering salon-quality results for blonde and highlighted hair. Discover why it's becoming a must-have.
Lulu, 76, reveals secret alcohol addiction battle
Music icon Lulu, 76, bravely reveals her decades-long secret struggle with alcohol addiction, detailing the shame and hidden drinking that plagued her career and personal life.
NHS Doctor Struck Off for Selling Drugs from Boots
An NHS GP has been struck off after being secretly filmed selling powerful prescription drugs, including opioids and antidepressants, to an undercover reporter from behind the counter of a Boots pharmacy in London.
LSD Study Reveals Long-term Anxiety Relief Potential
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a single dose of LSD could significantly reduce anxiety symptoms for months, offering new hope for treatment-resistant patients.
NRL star's $250k gambling addiction revealed
Exclusive: Canberra Raiders forward Luke Bateman opens up about his devastating gambling addiction that saw him lose over $250,000, nearly destroying his NRL career and personal life before seeking help.
Deadly New Opioid Fuels Scotland's Drug Death Crisis
A powerful synthetic opioid, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is devastating communities across Scotland. Public Health Scotland issues an urgent warning as drug-related fatalities hit a new high.
Sister Wives' Christine Brown Reveals Oxycodone Addiction
Christine Brown from TLC's 'Sister Wives' reveals her harrowing battle with a hidden oxycodone addiction that began after a routine surgery, detailing her recovery journey in an emotional new interview.
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