Baseball's opioid crisis exposed in Tyler Skaggs tragedy
The shocking trial of former LA Angels executive Eric Kay exposes baseball's troubling relationship with opioids and the devastating human cost behind the headlines.
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Trump's 'drug boat' plan to combat US opioid crisis
Donald Trump suggests deploying naval forces against drug cartels in radical proposal to tackle America's fentanyl epidemic, drawing criticism from medical experts.
Trout's Harrowing Testimony in Skaggs Drug Death Trial
Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout gives emotional court testimony about teammate Tyler Skaggs' opioid-related death, exposing baseball's hidden drug crisis
Mike Trout Testifies in Teammate's Overdose Death Case
Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout gives emotional testimony in wrongful death lawsuit surrounding teammate Tyler Skaggs' opioid overdose, revealing shocking details about clubhouse culture and prescription drug misuse in professional baseball.
Opioid Overdoses Creating Brain Injury Epidemic
Exclusive investigation reveals the silent crisis of brain injuries emerging from the opioid epidemic, with survivors facing lifelong neurological challenges and inadequate support systems across the UK.
UK Drug Death Map Reveals Shocking Postcode Lottery
Exclusive analysis reveals stark regional disparities in drug-related fatalities across England and Wales, with northern cities bearing the heaviest burden of this growing public health emergency.
Nitazenes: UK's deadly new drug crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming rise in drug-related fatalities linked to potent synthetic opioids called nitazenes, with deaths spreading across England and Wales.
America's Overdose Crisis: Guardian Investigation
An in-depth look at The Guardian's major new series exposing the devastating human toll of America's overdose epidemic and the systemic failures fueling this public health catastrophe.
Angels Face Lawsuit Over Tyler Skaggs' Tragic Death
Exclusive: The Los Angeles Angels baseball organisation confronts a devastating lawsuit as new evidence emerges in the tragic drug-related death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs, with federal prosecutors alleging club executives knew about opioid distribution.
MLB Drug Trial: Skaggs' Widow Testifies Over Tragic Death
The heartbreaking trial over MLB pitcher Tyler Skaggs' drug overdose continues as his widow gives emotional testimony against former Angels employees accused of supplying the fatal substances.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Deadly opioid sold in UK vape shops: officials warn
Health officials warn of a new synthetic opioid being sold in vape shops across the UK, posing a severe risk to public health.
Fentanyl found in UK prescription pills
Shocking report reveals prescription medications laced with lethal synthetic opioid fentanyl, posing a grave risk to unsuspecting users across Britain.
Mother's warning after son dies from fentanyl vape
A grieving mother shares her tragic story after her son died from vaping an e-cigarette laced with the deadly opioid fentanyl. Learn the shocking dangers of counterfeit vapes.
Deadly Nitazene Opioids Fuel Overdose Crisis
A potent synthetic opioid, nitazene, is driving a surge in overdose deaths in the US and has now reached the UK, posing a grave public health threat.
FDA approves e-cigarette to help smokers quit
The US FDA has authorised the first e-cigarette as a smoking cessation aid, sparking debate over its potential role in tackling opioid addiction. Experts weigh the benefits against rising youth vaping concerns.
RFK Jr pledges ban on dangerous 'gas station opioid'
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr vows to outlaw the controversial antidepressant tianeptine, dubbed the 'gas station opioid', as concerns grow over its addictive properties and role in the US drug epidemic.
Trump policies tied to falling US overdose deaths
New data suggests a decline in US overdose fatalities during Trump's presidency, sparking debate over the effectiveness of his hardline drug policies.
Trump: Execute drug dealers to stop fentanyl
Former US President Donald Trump proposes executing drug dealers to combat the fentanyl epidemic, blaming China for the crisis.
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