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After 25 years of rising overdose rates, deaths are finally falling thanks to an unexpected shift in how people use fentanyl. Harm reduction groups making pipes widely available has helped users move away from the deadlier practice of injecting drugs.
An experimental drug safely activated immune responses against pancreatic cancer in 90% of high-risk patients, offering hope for preventing one of the deadliest cancers. After two years, none of the participants developed cancer.
Scientists are testing the first drug to prevent Ebola infection in people exposed to the deadly Bundibugyo strain. The oral antiviral could protect nearly 1,000 high-risk contacts from developing the disease.
South Africa is partnering with Gilead Sciences to manufacture a revolutionary HIV prevention medicine that requires just two injections per year. The deal could bring affordable access to a drug that offers near-complete protection against HIV infection.
New Zealand is considering a law that would protect people who call for help during a drug overdose from minor criminal charges. The move could save nearly three lives every week as fear of arrest currently stops witnesses from seeking emergency aid.
Nigeria will receive a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection that works for six months with just two doses per year, making protection more accessible than ever. The new drug arrives in March 2026 as part of the country's ambitious plan to end the HIV epidemic.
Kenya just received its first shipment of a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug that only requires two injections per year. The game-changing medication will reach high-risk communities starting in March at a fraction of its former cost.
A Nigerian corps member launched a school campaign against drug abuse that sparked an essay competition, quiz contests, and partnerships promising to expand the initiative nationwide. His story proves national service is about impact, not uniforms.
A twice-yearly injection called Lenacapavir prevented HIV transmission with near-perfect results across two major trials involving 8,200 people in high-risk areas. The breakthrough could transform HIV prevention by replacing daily pills with just two shots per year.
A groundbreaking treatment that could prevent PTSD before it takes hold just cleared a major regulatory hurdle. The FDA has approved human trials for RST-101, a drug designed to stop trauma from becoming chronic psychological distress.
A twice-yearly shot prevents HIV with 100% effectiveness, but its $28,000 price tag keeps it out of reach. A proven "subscription pricing" model could make it accessible to everyone who needs it.
A medication that's been treating seizures for 25 years might hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's disease decades before symptoms appear. Northwestern University researchers discovered it blocks the toxic brain proteins that trigger dementia.
Pet owners now have the first FDA-authorized medicine to prevent New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats. The emergency approval gives families new tools to protect pets from painful parasitic infections.
Scientists discovered that tiny doses of THC combined with an arthritis medication protected memory and reduced brain damage in Alzheimer's mice. Both drugs are already FDA-approved, which could fast-track human trials and offer hope to millions.
Scientists created a vaccine that trains the immune system to recognize entire classes of synthetic opioids, not just single drugs. This breakthrough could finally keep pace with drug manufacturers who constantly tweak fentanyl's structure to evade detection.
Student-led drug prevention clubs are now active in two Ghana high schools, empowering teens to tackle substance abuse before it starts. The initiative comes as new data shows girls ages 10-15 now match boys in smoking and drinking rates.
Salem, Oregon is launching a new initiative to prevent addiction, expand treatment access, and reduce drug trafficking in the community. The city is mapping resources and working with partners to create long-term solutions based on resident feedback.
People living with dangerously high triglycerides now have the first treatment proven to prevent life-threatening pancreatitis attacks. The newly approved medication reduced these devastating events by up to 91% in clinical trials.
A powerful documentary series exposing Ghana's evolving drug crisis is earning recognition from national drug enforcement leaders. The investigation reveals how traffickers are now hiding drugs in everyday foods to reach young people.
A promising HIV prevention pill could be manufactured for less than $5 per patient annually, making protection accessible to millions worldwide. The experimental drug shows results within 24 hours and could transform HIV prevention in low-income countries.
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