Drugs

A recent episode of the podcast Rumble Strip focuses on the experiences of people in our region with active drug addiction.

Journey to Recovery has partnered with local schools on addiction prevention and early intervention.

For decades, the 11-story Decker Towers complex in Burlington has housed low-income seniors and people with disabilities. But for the last couple years, the building has been overwhelmed with people experiencing homelessness. Seven Days reporter Derek Brouwer has been covering the story, and he recently sat down with Vermont Public's Mary Williams Engisch.

We listen to a recent episode of the Rumble Strip podcast about drug-related crime in Burlington and debate the best ways to tackle the opioid epidemic.

New Hampshire Public radio reporter Lauren Chooljian hosts the podcast "The 13th Step."

Gov. Phil Scott allowed a bill that makes significant changes to Vermont's cannabis law to become law without his signature. Lawmakers say the changes are needed to reflect the dynamic growth of this industry over that time.

More and more researchers are once again interested in the potential of psychedelic drugs to treat mental health conditions,Last year, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs launched clinical trials focused on psychedelics. This year, Vermont lawmakers considered decriminalizing magic mushrooms because of potential therapeutic benefits.The Woodstock Research Center in Windsor County is also studying whether LSD is a safe and effective treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with the health commissioner on plans to bolster the state's response to opioid overdoses, as well as the importance of harm reduction with health experts.

The White House says drug deaths linked to a mix of synthetic drugs including fentanyl and xylazine — also known as tranq — are a major public health threat. The drug cocktail is spreading fast.

The veterinary tranquilizer has been linked to a growing number of overdose deaths across the country, especially in the Northeast. It's often combined with fentanyl, but can't be treated with Narcan.