Alcohol & Drug Abuse News

Medindia's Press Release’ section provides the latest press release on Alcohol & Drug Abuse from across the world for the global audience. This page links to 1110 Alcohol & Drug Abuse press releases.

Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein LLP, and Dugan Law Firm, APLC Announce a $78 Million Class Action Settlement for Third Party Payors That Paid or Reimbursed Costs for Prescription Opioids or Treatment Related to Opioid Misuse, Addiction, and/or Overdose

SAN FRANCISCO , April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  LEGAL NOTICE Third-Party Payors: If you paid or reimbursed costs for prescription opioids, or paid or incurred costs for treatment related to opioid misuse, addiction, and/or ...


Authorization of the Quebec Opioid Class Action

MONTREAL , April 12, 2024 /CNW/ - The Montreal -based law firms Fishman Flanz Meland Paquin LLP (" FFMP ") and Trudel Johnston & Lespérance (" TJL ") are pleased to announce that, by judgment released on April 10, 2024 , the ...

123 Leading Organizations Urge President Biden: Act Now to Eliminate Menthol Cigarettes

WASHINGTON , March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 123 leading civil rights, public health, medical, faith, youth-serving and other organizations placed a  full-page ad in The Washington Post and issued a joint statement urging the Biden ...

Statement from the Minister of Health on nicotine replacement therapies

Ottawa, ON , March 20, 2024 /CNW/ - As Minister of Health, I am incredibly concerned about the growing popularity and recreational use of nicotine replacement therapies, particularly nicotine pouches, among youth. Nicotine is a powerfully ...

MADD Announces 2024 Board Leadership and New Directors Helping to Fight the Surge in Drunk Driving Deaths and Injuries

Board Leadership and New Directors Announced IRVING, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MADD Announces 2024 Board Leadership and New Directors These new leaders will help MADD fight the surge in drunk driving deaths and ...

Victoria's Voice Foundation Marks Milestone of One Million Children and Parents Impacted Through its Education Programs with School Assembly in Nashville on the Dangers of Drug Use and Vaping

375 Middle and High School Students Attend Event at Davidson Academy Presented by Victoria's Voice Foundation and Steered Straight ORLANDO, Fla. , Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Victoria's Voice Foundation, a nonprofit providing ...

Renowned Addiction Expert and Traumatologist Releases New Book on Addiction, Trauma, and Families

Michael F. Barnes , Ph.D, LAC, LPC recently released a book written for families struggling with addiction and trauma called, "When The Solution Becomes The Problem: Helping Families Struggling with Addiction and Trauma". DENVER , Nov. ...

Riverside Jury Awards $6 Million to Man Severely Injured by Drunk Driver

RIVERSIDE, Calif. , Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A jury in Riverside County, CA , awarded $6 million to a valet at a country club whom a drunk driver severely injured. According to the complaint, the defendant, Keith James Dudum , ...

Elle Baez Takes to the Runway to Advocate for Mental Health

Break Free NYFW, a designer showcase with a cause, announces their featured speakers, performers, and sponsors for their up-and-coming runway show. NEW YORK , Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Break Free NYFW, a designer showcase with ...

Altruix Approved to Dispense Brixadi® for Moderate to Severe Opioid Use Disorder

Local Altruix pharmacies will fill prescriptions for extended-release buprenorphine injection for patients with moderate to severe opioid use disorder. ANNAPOLIS, Md. , Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Altruix, a leading provider ...

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How Alcohol Hijacks the Brain: Disrupted Learning and Adaptability

How Alcohol Hijacks the Brain: Disrupted Learning and Adaptability

Discover groundbreaking research on how chronic alcohol use affects cognitive flexibility and brain signaling circuits, revealing new therapeutic targets for AUD.

Dual Use of Vapes and Cigarettes: A Barrier to Quitting

Dual Use of Vapes and Cigarettes: A Barrier to Quitting

Dual users of cigarettes and vapes face challenges in quitting, with most reverting to smoking. Discover the impact of dual use on smoking cessation efforts.

How Millions of Americans Suffer from Others' Substance Abuse

How Millions of Americans Suffer from Others' Substance Abuse

Discover how nearly 160 million Americans are impacted by others' alcohol and drug use, facing emotional, financial, and social harm. Learn more about the hidden toll.

GLP-1 Drugs: A Diabetes Medication in Reducing Alcohol Use

GLP-1 Drugs: A Diabetes Medication in Reducing Alcohol Use

GLP-1 receptor agonists, a diabetic medication may help in reducing alcohol consumption and alcohol-related health problems.

Berry-Flavored Vapes: Hidden Dangers to Lung Health

Berry-Flavored Vapes: Hidden Dangers to Lung Health

Discover how berry-flavored vapes can impair lung defenses, increasing infection risks and know about the dangers of flavored e-cigarettes.

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