The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2026 was successfully organised on 25 June 2026 at the Rural Medical Education Centre (RMEC), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Kudat...
Suicide is a significant public health concern and the second leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults. This study sought to better understand differences in demographic and clinical characteristics of...
The UNODC World Drug Report 2026 introduces a new interactive platform that allows users to explore the latest global, regional, and subregional trends in drug demand and supply through dynamic data visualisations, maps, graphs, and...
As Men’s Mental Health Month comes to a close, it’s important to remember that good mental health is not just about feeling well. Healthy minds are powerful shields against addiction. Drugs affect the brain and thus they become a burden to...
Kratom, 7-OH, and Suboxone: Withdrawal, Blocking Effects, and Treatment Options
Quick answer: Yes, Suboxone can block the effects of kratom because buprenorphine binds strongly to the brain’s opioid receptors. However, taking Suboxone too...
This study examines how gang membership is measured among young people using the Eurogang Network’s survey approach. Drawing on nationally representative data from England and Wales, the researchers used statistical analysis to identify...
The University of the Philippines Law Center Institute of Human Rights (UP IHR) hosted the public forum "From Stigma to Treatment: A Forum on Medical...
What Is Xylazine ("Tranq")? Effects, Wounds, Withdrawal, and Getting Help
Written by Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP
Published: 21 June 2026 | Last Updated: 21 June 2026 | 6 min read
Reviewed by Brandon McNally, RN
Xylazine—known on the...
The recruitment of minors into serious and organised crime has increasingly become a tactic used by criminal networks to avoid detection, capture and prosecution. By using minors, the criminal networks increase the distance between the...
