Opioids2 Dec 2025Drug spray used 'more than police force expected'The antidote for opioid overdoses has been used by North Yorkshire Police 37 times since April 2024.2 Dec 202514 Nov 2025Bankruptcy judge clears $7.4bn Purdue Pharma opioid settlementThe deal could end a years-long legal battle over the OxyContin maker's role in the US opioid crisis.14 Nov 202525 Sep 2025Drug lab developing synthetic opioids found in AyrshireNitazenes were detected in 38 drug deaths in Scotland between January and March 2025.25 Sep 20252 Jun 2025Warning issued after two suspected opioid deathsA woman, 20, and a man, 28, died from suspected overdoses after taking high strength opioids.2 Jun 202530 Apr 2025Police warn drug users of 'highly potent' opioids Users are offered testing and treatment to reduce serious health risks linked to synthetic drugs.30 Apr 202527 Mar 2025People urged to learn about anti-overdose drugNaloxone can help revive a person experiencing an opioid overdose.27 Mar 202518 Mar 2025New 'brain pacemaker' trial to combat addictionAlcohol and drug dependant people are being sought to take part in brain trials to stop addiction.18 Mar 202510 Mar 2025Warning over super-strength drugs linked to deathsA Lincolnshire health service says it is seeing a rise in synthetic opioids, such as nitazene.10 Mar 202523 Feb 2025India bans two opioids behind crisis in West AfricaThe moves come after a BBC investigation found a firm had been illegally exporting the drugs.23 Feb 2025...
