S.O.S. Drug Policy Newsletter & Legislative Updates

Florida’s Battle Against ‘Gas Station Heroin’ and Synthetic Cannabinoids: A Crucial Crackdown on Deadly Substances

Florida’s Battle Against ‘Gas Station Heroin’ and Synthetic Cannabinoids: A Crucial Crackdown on Deadly Substances

Florida officials are cracking down on the sale of a highly addictive and deadly substance found in gas stations and convenience stores.

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Florida inspection busts retailers illegally selling over 68,000 hemp extract products targeting children

Florida inspection busts retailers illegally selling over 68,000 hemp extract products targeting children

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services conducted the largest inspection ever targeting retailers illegally selling hemp extract products that appeal to children.

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151% Increase in hospitalization costs for severe vomiting and nausea from marijuana use after MA legalizes marijuana

151% Increase in hospitalization costs for severe vomiting and nausea from marijuana use after MA legalizes marijuana

Chronic marijuana users are at risk of developing a condition called Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome, also known as CHS. Patients with CHS experience severe and continuous vomiting and abdominal pain attributed to their marijuana use.

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U.S. Government to Spend Over $5 Million on Study Related to Safe Injection Sites

U.S. Government to Spend Over $5 Million on Study Related to Safe Injection Sites

Safe injection sites encourage the on-site use of drugs under the supervision of staff who is available to offer advice on injection techniques and assist in the event an overdose.

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