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Sackler Trust hides £1.1m charity recipients

The Sackler Trust, linked to the opioid crisis, kept two charities that received over £1.1m anonymous to protect them from 'serious prejudice'. Discover the details and the ongoing fallout.

Sackler Trust hides names of £1.1m charity recipients

The Sackler Trust, linked to the opioid crisis, kept two charities that received over £1.1m anonymous to protect them from 'serious prejudice'. Discover the details of its latest grants and the ongoing fallout.

Life-saving overdose drug to be more accessible

The UK government plans to make the overdose-reversal drug naloxone more widely available in homeless shelters and public areas. A new consultation aims to save lives amid rising opioid deaths.

Tramadol: Limited Pain Relief, Doubled Serious Risk

A major review finds the common opioid tramadol offers minimal pain relief while more than doubling the risk of serious adverse events like heart problems. Doctors urged to reconsider its use.

Elderly woman mailed fentanyl to pay for meds

A Texas woman, 74, distributed enough fentanyl for 150,000 lethal doses via post in a 'side hustle' to afford her own medication. Discover the shocking details of the US drug trafficking case.

Jodie Sweetin's First Drink at 14: Full Story

Former Full House star Jodie Sweetin opens up about her first experience with alcohol at age 14 and her subsequent journey through addiction and recovery. Discover her powerful story.

John Lewis: Buprenorphine Pioneer Dies Aged 92

Discover how chemist John Lewis helped develop buprenorphine, a life-saving treatment for opioid addiction used by millions worldwide. Learn about his remarkable legacy.

Child Vaping Clinic Overwhelmed, Ages 11-15 on List

Alder Hey's pioneering vaping clinic for children is at full capacity with a growing waiting list. Experts warn of nicotine's irreversible harm to developing brains. Discover the scale of the crisis.

Cannabis addiction rising as potency increases

Stanford expert debunks cannabis addiction myths as disorder affects 3 in 10 users. Learn to spot warning signs and discover effective treatment options available today.

Sacklers to pay $7bn in opioid crisis settlement

A federal judge approves a $7bn settlement from the Sackler family over the opioid crisis. The deal directs funds to combat the epidemic and compensate victims. Discover the full implications.

Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement Approved

A US judge approves the Purdue Pharma settlement, compelling Sackler payouts and a company name change. Discover the key details and what it means for victims.

Judge approves $7bn Purdue Pharma opioid settlement

A US bankruptcy judge has approved a landmark $7bn settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, requiring the Sackler family to pay victims and relinquish ownership. Discover the details.

Purdue Pharma opioid settlement nears final approval

OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and Sackler family close to finalising landmark opioid settlement worth up to $7 billion after overwhelming support from claimants. Historic deal could end years of litigation.

Workaholic Warning Signs: Are You Addicted to Work?

Discover the hidden signs of work addiction and learn how to recognise if your career dedication has crossed into dangerous territory. Expert insights reveal the psychological and physical toll of workaholism.

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