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Synthetic Opioids

Synthetic Opioids

January 25, 2025
Synthetic opioids are substances that are synthesized in a laboratory and that act on the same targets in the brain as natural opioids (e.g., morphine and codeine) to produce analgesic (pain relief) effects. In contrast, natural opioids are naturally occurring substances extracted from the seed pod of certain varieties of...
January 25, 2025
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Dentist and TOBAY Worker Charged in 136-Count Indictment for Opioid Prescription Scheme

… Dentist and TOBAY Worker Charged in 136-Count Indictment for Opioid Prescription Scheme November 18, 2022 New York … cases patients were never met or examined; nearly 7,000 opioids prescribed MINEOLA, N.Y.  – Nassau County District …
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Chicago pharmacy technician sentenced to five years in prison for stealing opioids and selling them for profit

… technician sentenced to five years in prison for stealing opioids and selling them for profit November 21, 2019 … trusted pharmacy employees illegally divert powerful and addictive pain medications for misuse, they put individuals …
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‘Avengers’ actor Jeremy Renner joins forces with 750 students for purposeful Northern Nevada Opioid Youth Summit

… forces with 750 students for purposeful Northern Nevada Opioid Youth Summit September 27, 2024 Los Angeles Contact … with 750 Northern Nevada students about the dangers of opioids. Download Original Image 'Avengers' actor Jeremy … students listen to speaker, Micah Allegood, talk about his addiction recovery journey. Download Original Image Washoe …
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Art Contest To Raise Awareness About Heroin Addiction

… Art Contest To Raise Awareness About Heroin Addiction June 11, 2015 New Jersey Contact Info Contact Us … pleased to announce their sponsorship of a statewide Heroin Addiction Art Contest and Exhibition. Heroin abuse has been …
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DEA Los Angeles announces new opioid and overdose prevention efforts as part of DEA 360 Strategy

… DEA Los Angeles announces new opioid and overdose prevention efforts as part of DEA 360 … way for the DEA to continue to lead the fight against opioid addiction and overdose deaths in greater Los … and other community leaders to jointly fight the scourge of opioids. As a pilot 360 opioid strategy city, the DEA will …
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DEA Large-scale Operation Targets 26 Pharmacies In Three States In Attack Against Illicit Opioid Abuse And Trafficking

… 26 Pharmacies In Three States In Attack Against Illicit Opioid Abuse And Trafficking December 05, 2017 Headquarters … created in large part by the over-prescribing of potent opioids. Across the country, approximately 11.8 million …
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Federal Court Orders Tampa Pharmacy to Close in Case Alleging Unlawful Opioid Distribution

… Orders Tampa Pharmacy to Close in Case Alleging Unlawful Opioid Distribution November 01, 2021 Miami Contact Info … this year alleging that the defendants repeatedly dispensed opioids in violation of the Controlled Substances Act. The … a period of several years, the defendants dispensed highly addictive and highly abused prescription opioids while …
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DEA & FBI Host Screening Of Chasing The Dragon For Local Educators To Combat Prescription Opioid And Heroin Epidemic

… The Dragon For Local Educators To Combat Prescription Opioid And Heroin Epidemic April 09, 2016 Philadelphia … a screening of Chasing the Dragon: The Life on an Opiate Addict for local educators and media representatives at the … year, is aimed at educating young people on the dangers of addiction to prescription opioids and heroin.  Chasing the …
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East Bay Doctor Sentenced to Prison for Distributing Opioids Outside the Scope of Medical Practice

… East Bay Doctor Sentenced to Prison for Distributing Opioids Outside the Scope of Medical Practice March 18, 2024 …
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Baxley pharmacist sentenced to four years in federal prison for conspiracy involving healthcare fraud, opioids

… federal prison for conspiracy involving healthcare fraud, opioids June 29, 2020 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us (404) … similarly illegal conduct.” “A primary means of addressing opioid-addiction in this country is to ensure that only …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight Against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight Against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 Washington, DC Contact … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 San Diego Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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Boise Nurse Practitioner and Patient/Medical Assistant Charged with Conspiracy to Distribute Opioids

… Assistant Charged with Conspiracy to Distribute Opioids June 30, 2023 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us (206) … not only steal taxpayer dollars, but they also can cause addiction and physical harm to patients and the community,” …
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DEA announces “360 Strategy” in Newark to address heroin, prescription opioids and violent crime

… “360 Strategy” in Newark to address heroin, prescription opioids and violent crime June 07, 2018 New Jersey Contact … who are distributing drugs to those struggling with addiction; Coordinated efforts against drug traffickers and …
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Teens Tackling The Opioid Crisis: Discovery Education And The Drug Enforcement Administration Announce Finalists In 1st Annual Operation Prevention Video Challenge

… Teens Tackling The Opioid Crisis: Discovery Education And The Drug Enforcement … Prevention that educates students about the science behind addiction and its impact on the brain and body. Available at …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 New Orleans Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 05, 2021 Miami Contact Info Contact … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 Dallas Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in Nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 Louisville Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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In Memoriam: Pope Francis—A Global Voice Against Drug Trafficking and Addiction

April 21, 2025
… Pope Francis—A Global Voice Against Drug Trafficking and Addiction April 21, 2025 Today, the Drug Enforcement … as a distant figure, but as a man who had walked among the addicted, the trafficked, and the forgotten. As Archbishop …
April 21, 2025
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Justice Department Sues Stockton-based Nurse Practitioner to Stop Her Sale of Illegal Opioid Prescriptions

… Nurse Practitioner to Stop Her Sale of Illegal Opioid Prescriptions January 14, 2025 San Francisco Contact … to select their own prescriptions from a menu of highly addictive drugs intended to treat a wide variety of medical …
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Opioid Threat in Pennsylvania

October 15, 2018
… Opioid Threat in Pennsylvania Publication Intelligence … 15, 2018 Crafting initiatives and strategies to address opioid supply, demand, and misuse requires timely and …
October 15, 2018
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New Jersey Pharmacy Admits Illegal Distribution of Prescription Opioids and Kickback Scheme

… Jersey Pharmacy Admits Illegal Distribution of Prescription Opioids and Kickback Scheme August 03, 2022 New Jersey … via mail throughout the United States, including highly addictive and dangerous transmucosal immediate release …
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San Joaquin County doctor indicted for prescribing opioids to patients without a medical need

… San Joaquin County doctor indicted for prescribing opioids to patients without a medical need December 09, 2019 … and March 13, 2019, Kemprud allegedly prescribed highly addictive, commonly abused prescription drugs, including …
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O.C. Psychiatrist arrested on federal charges alleging illegal prescriptions for opioids without medical need

… on federal charges alleging illegal prescriptions for opioids without medical need July 02, 2018 Los Angeles … that allege he issued prescriptions for dangerous and addictive narcotics, such as the opioid oxycodone, without a …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 02, 2021 New Jersey Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 02, 2021 Atlanta Contact Info … or no longer needed--that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

… Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic November 01, 2021 El Paso Contact Info … or no longer needed—that too often become a gateway to addiction. These efforts align directly with DEA’s priority …
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Omnicare agrees to pay over $15 Million to resolve allegations it improperly dispensed opioids at long-term care facilities

… $15 Million to resolve allegations it improperly dispensed opioids at long-term care facilities May 13, 2020 Seattle … drug supplies.”   “At a time when the opioid abuse and addiction crisis continues to ravage communities across the …