Fentanyl awareness campaign continues to grow across Indiana

U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration raises awareness about the dangers of fentanyl

It's a deadly crisis gripping communities across the nation, and the Coachella Valley is no exception. Tuesday is National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and the DEA is teaming up with local agencies to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the staggering impact it's having on families. Fentanyl is now considered the greatest drug threat in the United States. According to the DEA, in 2023 alone more than 150,000 Americans died from drug poi…

State warns: Fentanyl crisis is everyone’s problem

In 2023, Solano County recorded 59 fatal overdoses directly tied to fentanyl — accounting for 87% of all opioid-related deaths in the county. While slightly below the statewide average of 91%, California Department of Public Health (CDPH) officials emphasize that this marginal difference is no cause for comfort. Marking Fentanyl Awareness Day on Tuesday, the CDPH launched its “Facts Fight Fentanyl” campaign to combat the growing crisis. The init…

In fight against fentanyl, 'last chances don't come with warnings'

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) -- Al is what the Stancels called Alcindor Francosis Stancel. He was the little boy who stood with his grandmother as she made sweet potato jacks in her Park Place home. "He loved his grandma. She was very instrumental in his growth," said B.J. Stancel, Al Stancel's mother. Al Stancel was never alone as he had boxing coaches, aunts, cousins and friends by his side. But when he became a man, a dark friend, known as substanc…

Fentanyl awareness campaign continues to grow across Indiana

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — An Allen County initiative aimed at warning students about the dangers of fentanyl is looking at expanding across Indiana, with efforts underway ahead of summer break. The campaign is a collaboration between the Allen County Coroner’s Office and RemedyLIVE, a local nonprofit focused on mental health and youth engagement. Together, they’ve produced three public service announcements (PSAs) highlighting the risks of count…

Joint Chattanooga efforts bring awareness on National Fentanyl Day

Learn about the dangers of fentanyl overdose and how to recognize and respond to it at an informative session held by the Hamilton County Coalition and the Chattanooga Public Library.

Fentanyl overdoses leading cause of death among young adults, DEA warns on awareness day

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is joining forces with community organizations, law enforcement agencies, and public health partners on National