Opioid overdose deaths drop for 12th straight month
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
Opioid overdose deaths decreased, but there was an increase in overdose deaths from psychostimulants like meth and cocaine.
Almost 650,000 people aged 18 to 64 died of a drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, researchers found.
Nitazenes are powerful synthetic drugs that, in some cases, can be even more dangerous than fentanyl and carfentanil.
The growing calls for naloxone in schools are a response to increasing overdose deaths in young people.
Researchers found firearm fatalities among kids under 18 increased by 87.1%, and drug poisoning deaths increased by 133.3% from 2011 to 2021.
The facility has been approved after years of debate over its legality, in a move experts hope will help Scotland reduce drug deaths.
Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer also known as "tranq," was detected in more than 1 in 10 fentanyl deaths across 20 states and D.C.
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths. Federal officials named it a "growing threat" in April.
During the coronavirus pandemic, federal agencies changed rules to allow qualified clinicians to remotely prescribe buprenorphine, even to new patients.
The CDC said the drop in life expectancy was largely driven by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Search and rescue teams have recovered a deceased hunter at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado.
The latest drought monitor was released on Thursday, showing drought condition improvements across Colorado.
Colorado's elected leaders are working to ensure Space Command stays in the state.
According to the Denver Fire Department, the fire in the single-family structure started Wednesday night near 53rd and Orleans Street.
Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Search and rescue teams have recovered a deceased hunter at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado.
The latest drought monitor was released on Thursday, showing drought condition improvements across Colorado.
Colorado's elected leaders are working to ensure Space Command stays in the state.
According to the Denver Fire Department, the fire in the single-family structure started Wednesday night near 53rd and Orleans Street.
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Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Adelante Mujer, Inc. 45th Anniversary and 10th Annual Butterfly Brunch is Sunday, Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A state trooper was injured when the SUV he was in was struck by a suspected DUI driver in El Paso County.
The future of the wolf reintroduction program in Colorado is being discussed on Thursday.
Lindsey Vonn says she is coming out of retirement to rejoin the U.S. Ski Team in an attempt to race again at age 40.
From top to bottom, the Buffs continue to find playmakers this season. Offensive lineman Cash Cleveland is the latest hidden gem.
The Denver Broncos will be playing on new grass this Sunday at Empower Field at Mile High.
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
Mike Westhoff, the assistant head coach of the Denver Broncos, will be stepping away from the team to deal with health issues. That's according to NFL Media.
Lindsey Vonn says she is coming out of retirement to rejoin the U.S. Ski Team in an attempt to race again at age 40.
The necklace containing around 300 carats of diamonds was bought by an unidentified woman who put in her bid over the phone, Sotheby's said.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is under scrutiny after more than two dozen people died in construction zone crashes this year.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Matt Gaetz, whose selection as attorney general prompted backlash, resigned from Congress.
Tulsi Gabbard represented Hawaii as a Democrat in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2021.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
UCHealth has settled a federal fraud case with the U.S. Department of Justice for $23 million after being accused of fraudulently billing Medicare and TRICARE for emergency care. UCHealth denies the allegations.
The Children's Diabetes Foundation is running a social media campaign #InMyType1Era throughout November.
The necklace containing around 300 carats of diamonds was bought by an unidentified woman who put in her bid over the phone, Sotheby's said.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is under scrutiny after more than two dozen people died in construction zone crashes this year.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and dozens of other travelers showed up to pick up their rental cars at an upstate New York airport this summer and all of the employees of the Hertz rental car agency had "abandoned" their jobs.
A research program that's paying cash to people who inject drugs is raising concerns for some residents and business owners. They say it's bringing addicts and substance abusers to the building where they live and work -- creating safety issues and degrading their neighborhood.
Stephen Matthews, the former Denver cardiologist sentenced to 158 years in jail, tried to erase text conversations and videos with some of his victims from his cellphone, according to the prosecutors in the case.
Roving burglary crews throughout Colorado have been specifically targeting the homes of Asian business owners and stealing massive amounts of cash, jewelry, watches and high-end purses in what one detective calls an "epidemic."