drug policy
By Victoria Kim
The comprehensive guide is designed to help the US crawl out of the "deep drug war hole." MORE
By Bryan Le
How did America get hooked on prescription pills? And what can we do about it? Join us with our co-hosts Phoenix House on #rxchat! MORE
By Sarah Beller
Investigations into "overcriminalization" in federal law could lead to drug policy reform. MORE
But despite its "kinder and gentler face," critics say that US drug policy "remains in the Dark Ages." MORE
Obama's budget cuts raise cost of smoking, Canada "at the center" of opioid epidemic, and ex-Chicago Bear Sam Hurd charged with selling pot and cocaine. MORE
By Sarah Beller
Perhaps surprisingly, the conservative "Iron Lady," who died today, helped to bring needle exchange to Britain. MORE
By Sarah Beller
Treatment-based drug courts are more widespread than ever; advocates say they humanely cut crime and save cash. So why are they controversial? The Fix sits in on some hearings. MORE
By Nina Puro
We invite YOU to debate the drug policies that affect us all: February 6 at 3 pm EST. Tweet #drugpol to join! MORE
By Bryan Le
Legalization, decriminalization, or neither? Have your say: Join a Twitter debate with The Fix and Phoenix House on February 6! MORE
Crack cocaine addicts in Sao Paolo will face mandatory drug treatment under a new law. MORE
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Researchers propose a radical approach to Melbourne's rising heroin problem.
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With US deportations at a record high, the cartels take advantage of displaced people.
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Revised global anti-doping policy will make it harder to test for long-term pot use in athletes.
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After much research and debate, the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has been rolled out.
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Ashley Hamilton is seven years sober, but says food addiction remains a struggle.
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