/tags/addiction addiction en-US WLRN Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:47:26 GMT /education/2024-02-15/recovery-high-schools-florida High school can be a tough place for any kid, especially students struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. A few schools in Florida are dedicated to helping kids stay sober while they earn their diplomas. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:47:26 GMT /education/2024-02-15/recovery-high-schools-florida Stephanie Colombini /news/2022-08-04/florida-to-launch-massive-effort-to-target-opioid-addiction As Florida grapples with nearly 2,000 overdose deaths so far this year, state leaders on Wednesday announced a “massive” effort to address opioid addiction in counties that need it most. Thu, 04 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT /news/2022-08-04/florida-to-launch-massive-effort-to-target-opioid-addiction Ryan Dailey /news/2022-03-24/a-prominent-entrepreneur-faces-accusations-of-sexual-misconduct-now-hes-coming-to-miami An investigation by our colleagues at NHPR has revealed multiple allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Spofford, the founder and former CEO of New Hampshire's largest network of addiction recovery centers. Spofford says Miami is his next home base. Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:59:22 GMT /news/2022-03-24/a-prominent-entrepreneur-faces-accusations-of-sexual-misconduct-now-hes-coming-to-miami Lauren Chooljian /news/2022-03-23/money-flows-into-addiction-tech-but-will-it-curb-soaring-opioid-overdose-deaths Experts are concerned that flashy Silicon Valley technology won’t reach those most in need of treatment for substance use disorders. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 11:21:56 GMT /news/2022-03-23/money-flows-into-addiction-tech-but-will-it-curb-soaring-opioid-overdose-deaths Brian Rinker - Kaiser Health News /2021-12-30/more-than-a-million-americans-have-died-from-overdoses-during-the-opioid-epidemic New research released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found roughly 932,000 fatal overdoses from 1999-2020. Preliminary data shows another 100,000 deaths this year. Thu, 30 Dec 2021 17:53:17 GMT /2021-12-30/more-than-a-million-americans-have-died-from-overdoses-during-the-opioid-epidemic Brian Mann /2021-11-05/miami-beach-mayor-gelber-confederate-currency-the-color-of-money-and-horses-healing-hearts Miami Beach voters said yes to change. An art exhibit looks at money, specifically the money from the Confederacy and its link to slavery. Plus, a local organization helps children deal with trauma by teaching them about horses. Fri, 05 Nov 2021 21:52:53 GMT /2021-11-05/miami-beach-mayor-gelber-confederate-currency-the-color-of-money-and-horses-healing-hearts Leslie Ovalle Atkinson /news/2021-05-21/of-women-and-salt-from-cuban-cigar-factories-to-immigration-detention-centers A life lived traveling to the home country of her ancestors led to Gabriela Garcia’s debut novel — 'Of Women and Salt' — this month’s Sundial Book Club title. Fri, 21 May 2021 19:17:17 GMT /news/2021-05-21/of-women-and-salt-from-cuban-cigar-factories-to-immigration-detention-centers Leslie Ovalle Atkinson /2019-12-18/for-those-who-struggle-with-sobriety-during-the-holidays-theres-hope The holiday season includes family get-togethers and, often, alcohol. For those in recovery from addiction, that can be a challenge. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:00:00 GMT /2019-12-18/for-those-who-struggle-with-sobriety-during-the-holidays-theres-hope Lisa Peakes /2019-10-21/opioid-trial-4-companies-reach-tentative-settlement-with-ohio-counties Four defendants, including three big U.S. distributors, have struck a deal with Summit and Cuyahoga counties. It doesn't resolve thousands of other lawsuits filed against the firms across the U.S. Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:28:00 GMT /2019-10-21/opioid-trial-4-companies-reach-tentative-settlement-with-ohio-counties Brian Mann, Colin Dwyer /2019-10-17/juul-suspends-sales-of-flavored-vapes-and-signs-settlement-to-stop-marketing-to-youth Flavored e-cigarettes have hooked millions of teens to nicotine. Now, Juul says it will suspend sales of many flavors. Some call the move too little, too late. Thu, 17 Oct 2019 22:34:41 GMT /2019-10-17/juul-suspends-sales-of-flavored-vapes-and-signs-settlement-to-stop-marketing-to-youth Allison Aubrey