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.
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Police chief: Shoplifters acting with impunity
A senior police chief has issued a stark warning about the growing epidemic of shoplifting, with thieves acting with 'impunity' as retailers struggle to cope.
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.
FDA lifts pause on China-linked vaccine amid epidemic fears
The US FDA has resumed trials for a vaccine tied to a virus originating in China, raising concerns over potential global health risks.
Sydney's Loneliness Crisis Hits Gen Z Hardest
A shocking study reveals how loneliness is accelerating vascular ageing in Sydney, with young travellers and expats bearing the brunt. Discover the hidden health crisis sweeping Australia's biggest city.
Mexican town's children addicted to Coca-Cola
A shocking investigation reveals how a small Mexican town has become addicted to Coca-Cola, with children consuming alarming amounts daily. Experts warn of a looming health disaster.
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.
UK shoplifting crisis hits record high
Britain's shoplifting epidemic has surged to unprecedented levels, with retailers calling for urgent government intervention to tackle the growing crime wave.
Chikungunya virus spreads globally as cases surge
Health experts warn of a potential global epidemic as the mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus spreads rapidly across Europe and the US, with rising cases linked to climate change and travel.
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.
Ketamine epidemic crippling young Britons
A harrowing look at the rising ketamine epidemic crippling Britain's youth, with shocking health consequences and personal tragedies.
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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