Tag: cocaine
São Paulo Funds “Cocaine Vaccine,” Setting Sights on Human Trials
In early June, São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes signed an agreement with the researchers ...
As Decriminalization Begins in British Columbia, Activists Watch Warily
British Columbia has officially become the first first province in Canada to decriminalize possession ...
Peru’s Coca Reform Chance Disappears Amid Political Crisis
A deadly crackdown on political protests in Peru continues, as President Dina Boluarte tries ...
Studies Investigate Antipsychotics as Adjuncts to Opioid Use Disorder Meds
John* grew up in a family severely impacted by substance use disorders. He started ...
The Prospects for TNX-1300, a Drug to Reverse Cocaine Overamps
Amid the overdose crisis, the bulk of national attention lies on opioids like fentanyl. ...
Colombia’s New President Wants to End the Drug War. Can He Succeed?
President Gustavo Petro of Colombia was sworn in on August 7. And he devoted ...
Biden’s “Safer America Plan” Involves Hiring 100,000 More Cops
On July 21, the Biden administration released its “Safer America Plan,” part of its ...
After Colombia’s Election, What Are the Prospects for Better Drug Policy?
Colombia’s federal election this month brought victory for Gustavo Petro, who is seen as ...
Harm Reduction for All Drugs and All People? The Government Isn’t Sure.
Harm reduction, once a term of relative obscurity, is now splashed all over the ...
If the Government Wants Harm Reduction, It Must Resist the Backlash
In what can only be described as racist dog whistles, conservatives recently accused the ...
