opioids

A report by the New Jersey Attorney General in the spring of 2014, addressing the state's opioid crisis, led to the creation of a warmline for residents to call either if they are suffering from substance use disorders, or are loved ones of those suffering.

The state Health Department projects 2 million square feet of cultivation space would be needed to get adult-use recreational marijuana started.

Could NJ drug addicts be arrested for getting high at an Overdose Prevention Center? Here's some questions and answers about the proposed program.

In Morris County, Sheriff James Gannon is building on the success of a mobile van program that seeks to rescue those with addiction issues.

Annual survey of New Jersey doctors finds 40% say opioid crisis hasn't changed their practice and 70% not planning to prescribe marijuana in 2019.

New Jersey Reentry Corporation suggests better coordination among addiction services providers.

Do we need a van to drive around to various events educating the public and talking to them about addiction or is this overkill?

John still remembers the smile that came to his face and how he beamed because he had that ball. His voice cracked as he told me the story.

Groups engaged in the battle against opioid abuse in Monmouth County will hold a very public, "Athletes & Opioids Conference" at Monmouth University on Wednesday.

Addicts aren't shooting up or smoking or snorting to get high and party. They're doing it simply to stop being sick.