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.
Naomi Osaka continues mental health journey with new partnership: 'Let’s try to remove the stigma and help"
Nearly a year after withdrawing from the French Open to prioritize her mental health, Naomi Osaka is doing her part to continue raising awareness and destigmatize mental health care.
Dave Ramsey shares the secrets of managing stress over rising costs of travel, gas and more
In a new interview with FOX Business, personal finance expert and best-selling author Dave Ramsey shared the right way to take control of money worries amid the rising costs of food, gas, travel and more.
Walgreens agrees to pay Florida $683 million in opioid case
Walgreens has settled with the state of Florida in a lawsuit concerning the opioid epidemic, in which it has agreed to pay $683 million to help fight against opioid addiction and abuse.
Positive drug tests among US workers hit two-decade high
The percentage of working Americans testing positive for drugs hit a two-decade high last year, driven by an increase in positive marijuana tests, as businesses might have loosened screening policies amid nationwide labor shortages.
'Scum of the earth': Drug victims face Purdue Pharma owners
Families faced the owners of Purdue Pharma in court and told heart-wrenching stories of addiction and death.
Purdue’s Sacklers, states reach Opioid deal valued at up to $6 billion
Members of the Sackler family who own Purdue Pharma LP and grew wealthy from sales of OxyContin agreed to pay up to $6 billion to settle lawsuits accusing them of helping fuel the opioid-addiction epidemic, earning the unanimous support of state attorneys general to resolve the family’s liability and end the drugmaker’s bankruptcy case.
Oregon mom sues Snap, Meta over 15-year-old daughter's declining mental health: 'Deliberate addictive design'
A lawsuit has been filed against Snap and Meta Platforms on behalf of the family of a 15-year-old who was allegedly hospitalized for psychiatric episodes related to her social media addiction.


















