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Legendary comedian Dana Carvey announced on Thursday that his oldest son Dex had died of an accidental drug overdose. Dex was 32 years old.
Legendary comedian Dana Carvey announced on Thursday that his oldest son Dex had died of an accidental drug overdose. Dex was 32 years old.
 
The school district serving the growing population of Colony Ridge, a sprawling development north of Houston that has become a magnet for illegal aliens, is facing a sudden surge in drug overdoses.
The school district serving the growing population of Colony Ridge, a sprawling development north of Houston that has become a magnet for illegal aliens, is facing a sudden surge in drug overdoses.
 
New York City hit a grim milestone last year, logging a record number of drug overdose deaths.
New York City hit a grim milestone last year, logging a record number of drug overdose deaths.
 
Governor Roy Cooper declared today Overdose Awareness Day in North Carolina. Overdose Awareness Day is about remembering those whose lives have been lost to overdose, honoring family and community grief, and renewing our commitment to ending the overdose crisis in North Carolina.
Governor Roy Cooper declared today Overdose Awareness Day in North Carolina. Overdose Awareness Day is about remembering those whose lives have been lost to overdose, honoring family and community grief, and renewing our commitment to ending the overdose crisis in North Carolina.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live fireside chat and tele-town hall on Thursday, Aug. 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss substance use, overdose prevention and how we can support teens and young adults in North Carolina.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live fireside chat and tele-town hall on Thursday, Aug. 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss substance use, overdose prevention and how we can support teens and young adults in North Carolina.
 
Overdose deaths in North Carolina have increased by 72% since 2019, with a 40% jump in 2020 during the first year of the pandemic.
Overdose deaths in North Carolina have increased by 72% since 2019, with a 40% jump in 2020 during the first year of the pandemic.
 
Los Angeles Unified School District students can soon carry Narcan nasal spray at school in case of an opioid overdose, officials announced.
Los Angeles Unified School District students can soon carry Narcan nasal spray at school in case of an opioid overdose, officials announced.
 
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced that she will not seek re-election to Democratic leadership in the new Congress. This can only mean that the 82 year old is one step closer to retirement.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) announced that she will not seek re-election to Democratic leadership in the new Congress. This can only mean that the 82 year old is one step closer to retirement.
 
While methamphetamine has been a problem in the United States for a long time, there is a rising concern about fentanyl use and fatal overdoses. However, the two drugs combined are adding another layer to the crisis.
While methamphetamine has been a problem in the United States for a long time, there is a rising concern about fentanyl use and fatal overdoses. However, the two drugs combined are adding another layer to the crisis.
 
Fentanyl-related overdose deaths are hitting California hard, but more rural areas are now seeing the impact of the deadly drug, not just heavily populated urban regions.
Fentanyl-related overdose deaths are hitting California hard, but more rural areas are now seeing the impact of the deadly drug, not just heavily populated urban regions.
 
The overdose epidemic has taken a heartbreaking toll on our Nation, claiming the lives of far too many Americans and devastating families and communities across the country.
The overdose epidemic has taken a heartbreaking toll on our Nation, claiming the lives of far too many Americans and devastating families and communities across the country.
 
Dramatic headlines on opioids are nearly continuous. The No. 1 cause of death for adults under 45 is fentanyl overdose (not even including other opioids like heroin and prescription pills).
Dramatic headlines on opioids are nearly continuous. The No. 1 cause of death for adults under 45 is fentanyl overdose (not even including other opioids like heroin and prescription pills).
 
Drug-overdose deaths nearly quadrupled among N.C. teens during the pandemic.
Drug-overdose deaths nearly quadrupled among N.C. teens during the pandemic.
 
Former Democratic donor Ed Buck was sentenced on Thursday to 30 years in federal prison for the deaths of two black men who overdosed while in his home.
Former Democratic donor Ed Buck was sentenced on Thursday to 30 years in federal prison for the deaths of two black men who overdosed while in his home.
 
Four men have been arrested on drug charges in connection to the overdose death of actor Michael K. Williams, best known for his role on “The Wire.”
Four men have been arrested on drug charges in connection to the overdose death of actor Michael K. Williams, best known for his role on “The Wire.”
 
In 2021, North Carolina experienced nearly 4,000 overdose deaths– a 26% increase in drug overdose deaths from 2020, and with Biden’s open-border policies, “ fentanyl is everywhere.”
In 2021, North Carolina experienced nearly 4,000 overdose deaths– a 26% increase in drug overdose deaths from 2020, and with Biden’s open-border policies, “ fentanyl is everywhere.”
 
As the U.S. reckons with record-breaking drug overdose deaths during the COVID-19 epidemic, Michael R. Bloomberg today announced that Bloomberg Philanthropies is making an investment to help combat the overdose crisis.
As the U.S. reckons with record-breaking drug overdose deaths during the COVID-19 epidemic, Michael R. Bloomberg today announced that Bloomberg Philanthropies is making an investment to help combat the overdose crisis.
 
The number of overdose deaths across the United States skyrocketed by nearly 30% last year
The number of overdose deaths across the United States skyrocketed by nearly 30% last year
 
Former University of Hawaii quarterback Colt Brennan, has passed away at 37, according to Brennan’s father, Terry.
Former University of Hawaii quarterback Colt Brennan, has passed away at 37, according to Brennan’s father, Terry.
 
North Carolina Continues to Support Communities Addressing the Overdose Epidemic
 
Data released by the CDC late last year shows a significant increase in deaths related to drug overdoses in 2020, resulting in “the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a 12-month period.”
Data released by the CDC late last year shows a significant increase in deaths related to drug overdoses in 2020, resulting in “the highest number of overdose deaths ever recorded in a 12-month period.”
 
Today, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) announced $15.9 million in discretionary funding for its High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program
Today, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) announced $15.9 million in discretionary funding for its High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Program
 
Today, White House officials issued the following statements after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released official 2018 mortality statistics that showed drug overdose deaths declined for the first time in 29 years.
Today, White House officials issued the following statements after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released official 2018 mortality statistics that showed drug overdose deaths declined for the first time in 29 years.
 
For the first time in five years the number of unintentional opioid-related overdose deaths among North Carolina residents has fallen.
For the first time in five years the number of unintentional opioid-related overdose deaths among North Carolina residents has fallen.
 
Today, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) released its Performance Reporting System, which outlines the goals and objectives for the National Drug Control Strategy
Today, the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) released its Performance Reporting System, which outlines the goals and objectives for the National Drug Control Strategy
 
Last night President Trump delivered a straightforward message to the American people regarding the situation on the southern border. He called that situation a "crisis."
Last night President Trump delivered a straightforward message to the American people regarding the situation on the southern border. He called that situation a "crisis."
 
The North Carolina Payers Council, a group of public and private health care payers formed as part of Governor Roy Cooper's 2017 North Carolina Opioid Action Plan to identify, align and implement policies to combat the opioid crisis, today released a report that identifies a five-pronged approach to
The North Carolina Payers Council, a group of public and private health care payers formed as part of Governor Roy Cooper's 2017 North Carolina Opioid Action Plan to identify, align and implement policies to combat the opioid crisis, today released a report that identifies a five-pronged approach to
 
Governor Cooper today announced $1.5 million in grant awards to 12 community partners to implement projects that combat the opioid crisis by advancing the goals of the NC Opioid Action Plan
Governor Cooper today announced $1.5 million in grant awards to 12 community partners to implement projects that combat the opioid crisis by advancing the goals of the NC Opioid Action Plan
 
Emergency department visits for opioid overdose in North Carolina have risen sharply, with preliminary data for 2017 indicating more than 5,700 visits, a nearly 40 percent increase in opioid overdose ED visits compared to 2016
Emergency department visits for opioid overdose in North Carolina have risen sharply, with preliminary data for 2017 indicating more than 5,700 visits, a nearly 40 percent increase in opioid overdose ED visits compared to 2016
 
Together, we will face this challenge as a national family with conviction, with unity, and with a commitment to love and support our neighbors in times of dire need. Working together, we will defeat this opioid epidemic. - President Donald J. Trump
Together, we will face this challenge as a national family with conviction, with unity, and with a commitment to love and support our neighbors in times of dire need. Working together, we will defeat this opioid epidemic. - President Donald J. Trump
 
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