Mental health workers shortage has created a growing healthcare crisis
A mental health worker shortage has caused a crisis among kids and teenagers who need service. People who work in the field say this worker shortage could be detrimental.
California school board sues TikTok, Snap, Google over youth mental health crisis
A California school board is suing some social media companies over the content delivered to children and their practices.
Family sues Airbnb after toddler dies of fentanyl overdose in rental
The Lavenir family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Airbnb, a rental owner, and the prior renter after their 19-month-old daughter died due to fentanyl exposure.
UPS employees in Texas charged with trafficking cocaine
Two UPS employees are part of a group of five accused of trafficking cocaine in southern Texas. Law enforcement seized approximately 60 kilograms of cocaine.
Opioid antidote Narcan should be available over the counter, FDA panel says
A panel urged the FDA to give final approval to a plan that would make Narcan, the nasal version of the overdose-reversal drug naloxone, available over the counter.
Drought conditions taking a toll on farmers' mental health: 'Feel like you’re a failure'
Mental health experts say drought conditions and other issues unique to farmers like geographic isolation have sparked a mental health crisis.
Walgreens to pay $83M to West Virginia in opioid settlement
Walgreens has agreed to pay $83 million to the state of West Virginia to settle a lawsuit claiming the pharmacy chain contributed to the opioid crisis.
Seattle Credit Union to shut down locations over crime, cratering foot traffic
Two branches of the Seattle Credit Union are closing in the city due to declining foot traffic and safety concerns. The credit union will close the branches in February.
Oklahoma announces another $226 million in settlements over opioid epidemic
Oklahoma announced new settlements totaling $226.1 million with three pharmacy chains and a drug manufacturer over the opioid epidemic on Wednesday.
New research suggests simple ways to help ease burnout
Although the research regarding simple ways to ease burnout was conducted on healthcare workers, the study's authors say the lessons can be applied to any profession.
TikTok algorithm boosts posts about eating disorders, self-harm to teens, researchers say
Researchers at a nonprofit organization say they have found evidence that TikTok's algorithms push videos promoting self-harm to teenagers on the platform.
Narcan maker gets fast-tracked for over-the-counter nasal spray
FDA fast tracks opioid reversing nasal spray, Narcan, for over-the-counter approval, hoping to combat the fentanyl crisis with this life saving medication.
Portlanders flock to store to buy illegal psychedelic mushrooms: 'A part of history'
Long lines have formed outside of Portland, Oregon's Shroom House, as patrons wait to buy psilocybin. Recreational psychedelic mushroom sales are still illegal, however.
New York marijuana crops may be in danger due to court fight over dispensary licenses
The first batch of pot crops in New York could potentially be in danger due to a court fight over marijuana dispensary licenses. The fight is expected to hurt small farms.
Signed Taylor Hawkins instruments to be auctioned off for charity
Since Taylor Hawkins' death, his family partnered with a charity to donate some of his instruments for auction to raise awareness on mental health in the music industry.
Opioid crisis: New Hampshire strikes $40.5 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson
New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella announced that the state reached a $40.5 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over opioid claims on Thursday.
West Virginia reaches $400 million settlement with opioid distributors
West Virginia reached a $400 million settlement on Monday with opioid distributors AmerisourceBergen Drug Co., Cardinal Health Inc., and McKesson Corp.
California lawsuit leads to Allergan, Teva receiving $54 million fine
Allergan and Teva, two popular opioid distributers, have agreed to pay $54 million in cash and overdose reversal drugs to settle a federal lawsuit.
The most, least stressed cities in America in 2022: report
WalletHub recently found which American cities are the most and least stressed this year, based on stresses related to work, finances, family, health and safety.
US drug distributors prevail in $2.5 billion West Virginia opioid case
A federal judge ruled on Monday that three major U.S. drug distributors are not responsible for fueling an opioid epidemic in a part of West Virginia.