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Kratom byproduct in gummies, candies, ice cream ruled same as herion, LSD

By Andrew Rice | The Center Square
Updated Aug 13, 2025

(The Center Square) – Found in gummies, candies and ice cream, a concentrated substance known as 7-OH has been classified as a Schedule 1 substance alongside heroin and LSD by Florida Attorney General James Utheimer in an emergency ruling.

FDA to change opioid labeling rules to emphasize long-term risks

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FDA to change opioid labeling rules to emphasize long-term risks

By Brett Rowland | The Center Square
Updated Aug 1, 2025

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to require new labels on all opioid pain medications that emphasizes long-term risks associated with the use of the drugs.

FDA moves to ban kratom byproduct substance

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FDA moves to ban kratom byproduct substance

By Andrew Rice | The Center Square
Updated Jul 29, 2025

(The Center Square) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration took a step to add the opioid-like psychoactive compound 7-OH found in the kratom plant to the schedule of controlled substances.

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Oregon to receive $10 million in new nationwide opioid settlement

Mia Maldonado
Jul 14, 2025

Oregon will receive $10.1 million for drug prevention and treatment services as part of a nationwide settlement with eight opioid manufacturers. Opioid manufacturing companies including Mylan, Hikma, Amneal, Apotex, Indivior, Sun, Alvogen and Zydus agreed to pay a total of $720 million to Oregon and eight other states. The settlement adds to the $700 million […]

Drug treatment programs receive opioid settlement funds

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Drug treatment programs receive opioid settlement funds

By Aileen Hymas For Columbia Gorge News
Updated Feb 1, 2025

WASCO CO. — A task force commissioned by The Dalles and Wasco County officials have determined awards for drug treatment organizations applyin…

The Dalles to receive funds from opioid settlement

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The Dalles to receive funds from opioid settlement

By Aileen Hymas For Columbia Gorge News
Updated Jul 23, 2024

THE DALLES — According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health’s latest estimates of substance abuse prevalence, one in five Oregonians …

Commentary: Seniors deserve pain med alternatives

Opinion

Commentary: Seniors deserve pain med alternatives

By David P. Russo, DO, MPH
Updated Jul 23, 2024

As a pain specialist, I have dedicated my career to helping patients manage their pain effectively and safely. One of the most pressing issues…

Overdose prevention grants available in Wasco County

By Neita Cecil
Jun 18, 2024

By Neita Cecil

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OD prevention grants available in Wasco County

By Neita Cecil Columbia Gorge News
Updated Sep 27, 2024

Local entities are invited to apply for $485,000 in funds available over the next four years to help reduce opioid overdoses in Wasco County. …

Responding to an overdose: Signs to look for, and how to administer naloxone

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Responding to an overdose: Signs to look for, and how to administer naloxone

By Neita Cecil Columbia Gorge News
Updated May 21, 2024

THE GORGE — What’s it like to administer naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal drug, to someone experiencing an overdose?

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