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Fentanyl exposure hits NM first responders at deadly overdose scene
us-news4 days ago

Fentanyl exposure hits NM first responders at deadly overdose scene

First responders arriving at a Mountainair, NM home to investigate a possible overdose were exposed to fentanyl after discovering four unconscious people; two died at the scene and a third died after transport to the hospital, with the fourth surviving after Narcan. More than a dozen responders were quarantined due to exposure, and DEA lab analysis confirmed the presence of fentanyl, methamphetamine and para-fluorofentanyl at the scene. In total, 25 people were exposed. The investigation continues, with no immediate signs the drugs were manufactured at the home, and five dogs were quarantined.

Mother of Matthew Perry condemns ex-assistant for enabling fatal ketamine addiction
us-news5 days ago

Mother of Matthew Perry condemns ex-assistant for enabling fatal ketamine addiction

Suzanne Morrison, Matthew Perry’s mother, delivers a victim impact statement accusing his former assistant Kenneth Iwamasa of enabling his addiction and repeatedly injecting him with ketamine, contributing to Perry’s 2023 accidental death; Iwamasa pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine and faces sentencing on May 27, with prosecutors noting he worked with others to illegally obtain and supply the drug.

Ketamine courier in Perry case handed two-year prison term
crime13 days ago

Ketamine courier in Perry case handed two-year prison term

A licensed drug-addiction counselor, Erik Fleming, was sentenced in a Los Angeles federal court to two years in prison and three years of probation for distributing ketamine that contributed to Matthew Perry’s death; Fleming connected Perry with ketamine dealer Jasveen Sangha and delivered 25 vials for about $6,000, with Perry dying from the acute effects of ketamine (drowning listed as a secondary cause). Sangha received 15 years in prison. Fleming must surrender in 45 days and has emphasized remorse and rehabilitation.

Family sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT gave deadly drug guidance linked to student’s overdose
technology13 days ago

Family sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT gave deadly drug guidance linked to student’s overdose

The family of a 19-year-old UC Merced student claims ChatGPT provided dangerous, personalized drug advice—leading to a fatal overdose after risky combinations like kratom with Xanax (and Benadryl)—and seeks to halt ChatGPT Health and require stronger safety testing. OpenAI says the involved version is outdated, asserts ChatGPT isn’t medical care, and notes ongoing safety improvements.

Brandon Clarke, Grizzlies Forward, Dies at 29 in San Fernando Valley
sports14 days ago

Brandon Clarke, Grizzlies Forward, Dies at 29 in San Fernando Valley

Brandon Clarke, 29, a forward for the Memphis Grizzlies and seven-year NBA veteran, died in the San Fernando Valley after a medical emergency. Los Angeles Fire Department responders pronounced him dead, and investigators are probing the death as a possible overdose after drug paraphernalia was found at the home. An autopsy will determine the cause. Clarke, selected 21st overall in 2019, earned All-Rookie First Team in 2020 and posted career averages of 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds across 309 games, though injuries limited him this past season.

Benadryl challenge returns on TikTok, linked to teen death and dozens hospitalized
health26 days ago

Benadryl challenge returns on TikTok, linked to teen death and dozens hospitalized

The resurfacing of the ‘Benadryl challenge’ on TikTok is prompting teens to take excessive Benadryl to feel a high, a trend tied to serious health risks including heart problems, seizures, coma, or death. Hospitals have treated more than 100 overdoses in six months, including a recent teen death, prompting FDA warnings and calls for securing medications and removing dangerous videos from platforms. health experts urge parents to have open conversations with their kids about social media content.

Fort Worth Benadryl Challenge: 1 Dead, Dozens Hospitalized
health27 days ago

Fort Worth Benadryl Challenge: 1 Dead, Dozens Hospitalized

In Fort Worth, the Benadryl Challenge has led to at least one death and dozens of hospitalizations at Cook Children’s Medical Center over six months, as teens ingest high doses of diphenhydramine to induce a high. Health officials warn of risks like heart rhythm problems and seizures, echoing a 2020 FDA warning, and doctors urge parents to discuss social media use with kids and tightly store medications at home to limit access.

Clavicular’s Public Demise: The Price of Turning Looksmaxxing into a Spectacle
culture1 month ago

Clavicular’s Public Demise: The Price of Turning Looksmaxxing into a Spectacle

Clavicular (Braden Peters), a 20-year-old influencer who markets himself as a pioneer of “looksmaxxing,” pushes extreme body-modification and drug-use on livestreams; he collapsed during a Miami mall livestream from a suspected overdose, sparking debate about the culture of online fame and self-improvement, with critics comparing his display to a modern freak show and highlighting the dangers of chasing attention at the expense of health and safety.

Deschutes County warns of overdose spike tied to adulterated drugs, urges Naloxone readiness
health1 month ago

Deschutes County warns of overdose spike tied to adulterated drugs, urges Naloxone readiness

Deschutes County reports a 24-hour spike in overdoses linked to suspected adulterated cocaine and ketamine, with six cases requiring naloxone and suggesting fentanyl may be present. The public—especially those not regularly using opioids—should carry naloxone, recognize overdose signs, and access local harm-reduction resources to obtain and administer it.

Clavicular Parts Ways With Publicist After Overdose Hospitalization
entertainment-news1 month ago

Clavicular Parts Ways With Publicist After Overdose Hospitalization

Clavicular’s publicist Mitchell Jackson has quit working with the influencer Branden Peters (Clavicular) days after his hospitalization for a suspected overdose, saying he won’t continue unless Peters seeks addiction treatment. Peters, known for the looksmaxxing community, attended a club event after the incident. The Hollywood Reporter confirms Jackson’s departure, with journalist Taylor Lorenz tweeting the update; Peters has also been at the center of other recent coverage about sobriety and unrelated headlines.

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular rebounds from overdose and eyes a club comeback
entertainment-and-arts1 month ago

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular rebounds from overdose and eyes a club comeback

Clavicular, the 20-year-old manosphere influencer Braden Peters, was hospitalized after a suspected overdose during a Miami nightclub livestream. He left the hospital the next morning and said he planned to attend a club grand opening that night, amid a history of drug use and surrounding controversies including a battery arrest and a video involving an alligator.

Clavicular Drops IRL Streaming After Overdose, Plans a Sobriety-Forward Content Pivot
entertainment1 month ago

Clavicular Drops IRL Streaming After Overdose, Plans a Sobriety-Forward Content Pivot

Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, was hospitalized for a suspected overdose and, after being released, told fans he can’t IRL stream anymore and will pivot to sober, new content. The piece notes his controversial ‘looksmaxxing’ persona, past media moments, and legal troubles, signaling a shift in response to the overdose and public scrutiny.

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular hospitalized after suspected overdose in Miami
entertainment1 month ago

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular hospitalized after suspected overdose in Miami

Controversial looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular (Braden Peters, 20) was hospitalized after a suspected overnight overdose in Miami, per his representative. Fire-Rescue said responders didn’t contact him at the scene and it’s unclear whether he was treated at a hospital. A livestream clip shows him distressed, with friends offering water and discussing Adderall; the incident follows his recent battery charges in Florida and a high-profile exit from a 60 Minutes Australia interview after being asked about Andrew Tate.