December 30, 2009
Police in Dallas are using electricity theft to help them identify drug suppliers.
Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) – Police in Dallas are targeting electricity theft to identify and shut down a higher number of drug houses. As reported by the Dallas Morning News, many suspected drug suppliers are believed to be stealing electricity to remain in operation.
Dallas […]
November 10, 2009
Noriko Sakai has been convicted of drug use.
Tokyo, Japan (WiredPRNews.com) – Noriko Sakai, a Japanese singer and actress, has been convicted on drug charges. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the 38 year-old once widely popular star received an 18-month, three year suspended sentence for drug use and possession on Monday.
As noted by the […]
August 6, 2009
Mazatlan, Mexico – The narconon® ‘First Step’ is the name for simple, yet powerfully effective drug-free techniques that help drug addicts help one another come off drugs without pain and misery and stay off drugs with less relapse. Stressed, over-packed drug rehab centers of Mexico are facing a continuing methamphetamine and heroin crisis. Addicts show […]
July 24, 2009
The FDA has stated that the cigarette alternatives contain ingredients that cause cancer.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has stated that electronic cigarettes may not be as safe as manufacturers claim. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), testing by the FDA found the products, which are […]
July 22, 2009
Residents of Oakland vote to pass a tax on medicinal marijuana.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – Voters in Oakland, California have approved a measure to tax marijuana. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), 80 percent of residents in the city voted in favor of taxing medicinal marijuana in accordance with information from […]
July 18, 2009
The FDA is reviewing information to determine the safety of Xolair.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – Information about the asthma medication Xolair, has recently been placed under review by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Xolair, which was placed on the market in 2003, may possibly […]
July 1, 2009
The agency considers a vote regarding lowering recommended dosages for widely used painkillers.
Wired PR News – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will consider lowering the maximum dosage for widely used over the counter painkillers such as acetaminophen. As reported by the Associated Press (AP) on StarTribune.com, a panel assembled by the agency will discuss […]
May 16, 2009
Four Americans were found slain in Tijuana, Mexico.
Wired PR News – Four young Americans have been killed in Tijuana, Mexico. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the victims were found beaten, strangled, and stabbed days after purportedly deciding to go out partying in the area.
Mexican prosecutors are reportedly investigating whether the killings were connected […]
May 14, 2009
A new study has stated that prescription drug use in the US decreased last year.
Wired PR News – The use of prescription drugs in the United States reportedly decreased last year. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), a study by Medco Health Solutions stated that spending on prescription drugs rose due to higher pricing, […]
March 8, 2009
The University of Vermont reaches a settlement with the widow of a car crash victim.
Wired PR News – The University of Vermont has agreed to a settlement with the widow of a man who died in a fatal car crash in 2001. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the university will pay $325,000 to […]
