drugs

Speed Read It's been a long time coming

By Devika Rao, The Week US Published 23 October 23

Speed Read Frontline troops 'easily' access illegal substances, which can cause paranoia and hallucinations

By Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK Published 20 October 23

Speed Read The top exporter of fentanyl to the U.S. is apparently looking to diversify as law enforcement turns up the heat

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 17 October 23

Speed Read Noboa, 35, now has just 18 months to solve Ecuador's soaring drug trafficking violence problem

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 16 October 23

The Explainer Increased drug hospitalizations could be related to the heat

By Devika Rao, The Week US Published 9 October 23

Speed Reads Researchers found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic, had a higher risk for side effects like stomach paralysis.

By Theara Coleman Published 7 October 23

Talking Point The SAFER Banking Act is advancing to the US Senate for the first time, clearing a major hurdle for legal cannabis businesses. Does it stand a chance?

By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published 28 September 23

Talking Point Scotland approves UK's first trial facility where users can take drugs under medical supervision

By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published 27 September 23

The Explainer Practice of extending patents stifles competition and can increase the cost of vital drugs to those most in need

By The Week Staff Published 27 September 23

Speed Read Following President Joe Biden's request, the HHS recommended that cannabis be moved to a less lethal category, and some experts are weary of the move

By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published 7 September 23

Talking Point Medicare starts negotiating lower drug prices over Big Pharma protests

By Harold Maass, The Week US Published 1 September 23

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By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 31 August 23