1-10-2019 Archives - Partnership to End Addiction

Use of Flavored Tobacco Products Grows Among Teens Due to E-Cigarettes

The use of flavored tobacco products is on the rise among middle and high school students because of e-cigarettes, according to a new study.

FDA Says Juul and Altria Not Sticking to Pledge to Stop Teen Vaping

The Food and Drug Administration says the e-cigarette maker Juul and tobacco company Altria are backing down on their pledge to keep e-cigarettes out of the hands of teens, The New York Times reports.

Researchers Develop Smartphone App to Detect Opioid Overdose

Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a smartphone app designed to detect opioid overdose symptoms, HealthDay reports.

ERs in Wisconsin Aim to Expand Access to Medication to Treat Overdoses

Emergency room doctors in Wisconsin want to expand medication-assisted treatment for opioid overdoses, USA Today reports.