Kratom, a controversial herbal substance commonly sold in gas stations and convenience stores, will soon be officially banned in Louisiana. Governor Jeff Landry signed Senate Bill 154 (Act 41) into law on June 4. A formal signing event was held at the state Capitol on…
Every year, millions of people end up in emergency rooms because of unintentional injuries. Many of these are minor with minimal recovery time, but some injuries are catastrophic, which can be life-altering and life-threatening. Recovering from a catastrophic injury is physically, emotionally, and financially draining,…
Last July, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned consumers to stay away from OPMS Black Liquid Kratom, a product containing kratom, a herbal substance that is rapidly increasing in use in the U.S. The government agency warned that the product had been associated…
Sex trafficking is a horrifying crime often portrayed dramatically in movies and television. For example, in the Liam Neeson film Taken, a young girl is dragged screaming from her Paris vacation rental and delivered to a ring of sophisticated criminals, who keep her drugged in…
Human trafficking is a crisis that occurs around the world. In the U.S., it’s estimated there are as many as one million victims currently being trafficked. Sex trafficking, one of the two types of human trafficking, involves the use of force, coercion, or fraud to…
As winter sets in, we brighten our homes with festive decorations, use heaters to stay warm, and enjoy holiday traditions like cooking and fireworks. However, these activities can increase the risk of burn injuries. While accidents happen, in some cases burn injuries result from negligence,…
As more people turn to alternative treatments for pain, anxiety, depression, and even opioid withdrawal, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning against using kratom, a plant-based product linked to serious health risks and fatalities. In 2021, nearly 1.7 million Americans reported using…
Sacramento, CA – On the afternoon of Tuesday, July 8, 2025, a two-vehicle collision prompted a medical response and lane closures on a major highway, according to KCRA. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the accident took place around 4:00 PM near the 65th…
Tulare County, CA – On the night of Thursday, July 10, 2025, a single-vehicle incident resulted in fatal injuries to a man after his car became stuck and caught fire, according to KSEE. The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office reports that the incident occurred around 9:30…
Santa Rosa, CA – On the morning of Sunday, July 6, 2025, a person was found dead inside an overturned vehicle near the Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport, according to KRON. The CHP reports that officers were dispatched to the area around 9:37 AM, where…
