10-10-2019 Archives - Partnership to End Addiction

Sesame Street Features New Muppet Whose Mother Struggles With Addiction

Sesame Street is introducing a new initiative to support children affected by parental addiction. The initiative features a Muppet named Karli, whose mother struggles with addiction, The Washington Post reports.

FDA Tells Public to Stop Using THC Vaping Products

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to consumers to stop using vaping products containing THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.

Three School Districts Sue Juul, Accusing Company of Endangering Students

Three school districts have sued e-cigarette maker Juul, accusing the company of endangering students, The New York Times reports.

New Rule Lets States Expand Drug Testing as Requirement for Unemployment Benefits

A new rule published by the Department of Labor allows states to expand the number of people who must pass drug tests before they can receive unemployment benefits, Vox reports.

OxyContin Maker Sent Billions to Members of Family Who Owned Company

Purdue Pharma, the company that makes OxyContin, sent $12 billion or $13 billion in profits to members of the Sackler family who own the company, according to The Wall Street Journal.