A dose of hope for opioid withdrawal. The process of getting clean from opioid addiction can bring on intense physical symptoms that can last for weeks. But promising new research suggests one zen activity could cut the time of opioid withdrawal in half, slashing symptoms like heart rate variability, anxiety, sleep issues and pain. Promising … Read more
There’s a new beast on the streets — and it’s nothing to bark at. A powerful animal tranquilizer is increasingly saturating the US drug supply, fueling mass overdose outbreaks in hotspots like Chicago and Philadelphia. It was detected in New York last year, setting off alarm bells among public health officials. They warn that while … Read more
Tasha Hedges took Xanax for 20 years to treat her anxiety and panic attacks, exactly as a psychiatrist had prescribed it. Then in 2022, that doctor unexpectedly died. A general practitioner continued her prescription but retired shortly afterward. The next doctor moved to Canada. Finally, Ms. Hedges found a new psychiatrist. “The first thing he … Read more
Alabama Barker is responding to rumors about her health. The 19-year-old daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and former Miss USA Shanna Moakler took to her Instagram Story on Tuesday after a report on Monday claimed she was “recently” hospitalized for nicotine withdrawal. Alabama said she wanted to “clarify” details about the timeline of her … Read more
Alabama Barker was recently hospitalized after suffering from nicotine withdrawal, according to a new report. The daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and former Miss USA Shanna Moakler, 19-year-old Alabama, was taken to the hospital after calling 911, TMZ reported on Monday. The outlet reported that a panicked Alabama, who quit vaping a month ago, … Read more
Nick Kyrgios’ girlfriend, Costeen Hatzi, is heartbroken after the Australian pro pulled out of this year’s Wimbledon tournament. Kyrgios announced Sunday on social media that he sustained a torn ligament in his wrist amid his comeback from knee surgery. Hatzi, an influencer and interior designer, reposted Kyrgios’ message on her Instagram Story with a sad-face emoji and … Read more
A nursery in Arizona is caring for the youngest victims of the opioid crisis. Hushabye Nursery, in Phoenix, treats babies with neonatal abstinence syndrome, a withdrawal-like condition caused by opiates. NAS develops when an infant’s mother uses drugs during pregnancy, causing their babies to become addicted to the substances. “When you see a baby withdraw, … Read more