Tag Archives: Drugs

Overdose Hospital Visits Rise Amid Pandemic; Emergency Rooms Overwhelmed

Opioid Crisis

Hospitals are struggling with an overwhelming amount of overdose patients that are reportedly connected to the pandemic. According to NPR, patients dealing with drug-related conditions have visited hospitals more because of the lack of programs and resources they would usually receive if not for the pandemic lockdown. “All overdoses and …

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The Department Of Justice Files Lawuit Against Walmart For Its Alleged Contribution To The Opioid Crisis In America

Opioid Crisis

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Walmart for its alleged role in the opioid crisis.  The Justice Department filed the civil complaint on Tuesday, claiming Walmart distributed controlled substances through its pharmacies, adding to the destructive opioid crisis in America. The company operates more than 5,000 pharmacies …

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DEA Arrests Miami-Dade Officer In Drug Sting

Early Thursday morning, a Miami-Dade police officer was taken into custody by federal law enforcement. According to law enforcement sources, the officer was investigated as part of a sting conducted by agents from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The officer was identified as Rod Flowers, he is the son of Bal …

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