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Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Los Angeles — A federal judge has sentenced Jasveen Sangha, widely referred to by prosecutors as the “Ketamine Queen,” to 15 years in prison following her conviction in a high-profile drug trafficking case. The sentencing took place on Wednesday in federal court, marking a significant development in a broader crackdown on illicit drug distribution networks linked to overdose deaths.

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08 Apr 2026 16:19 PM 203 views

Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Los Angeles — A federal judge has sentenced Jasveen Sangha, widely referred to by prosecutors as the “Ketamine Queen,” to 15 years in prison following her conviction in a high-profile drug trafficking case. The sentencing took place on Wednesday in federal court, marking a significant development in a broader crackdown on illicit drug distribution networks linked to overdose deaths.

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Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

Santa Clara County has opened a new facility aimed at addressing the growing challenges of substance use disorders at a time when federal health care cuts threaten to strain local resources. The Compassionate Addiction Services and Support (COMPASS) Clinic officially launched on September 2 and is already being recognized as a major step forward in providing immediate, accessible care to those struggling with addiction. The clinic is funded through a combination of federal grants and opioid s

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11 Sep 2025 12:58 PM 710 views

Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

Santa Clara County has opened a new facility aimed at addressing the growing challenges of substance use disorders at a time when federal health care cuts threaten to strain local resources. The Compassionate Addiction Services and Support (COMPASS) Clinic officially launched on September 2 and is already being recognized as a major step forward in providing immediate, accessible care to those struggling with addiction. The clinic is funded through a combination of federal grants and opioid s

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New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new regulation that will require every prescription for opioid pain medications to carry a warning label highlighting the risks associated with long-term use. This decision comes as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to combat the rising number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths across the United States. Data has consistently shown that a significant percentage of unintentional overdoses occur after individuals are initially prescribe

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02 Aug 2025 13:46 PM 592 views

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a new regulation that will require every prescription for opioid pain medications to carry a warning label highlighting the risks associated with long-term use. This decision comes as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to combat the rising number of opioid-related overdoses and deaths across the United States. Data has consistently shown that a significant percentage of unintentional overdoses occur after individuals are initially prescribe

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Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

The city of Dublin is organizing a Drug Take Back event this weekend as part of an ongoing effort to reduce the risk of prescription drug misuse and support community health. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dublin Justice Center, located at 6565 Commerce Parkway. This initiative offers residents a safe, anonymous, and responsible way to dispose of prescription and over-the-counter medications that are no longer needed, expired, or unused.

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25 Jul 2025 15:21 PM 561 views

Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

The city of Dublin is organizing a Drug Take Back event this weekend as part of an ongoing effort to reduce the risk of prescription drug misuse and support community health. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dublin Justice Center, located at 6565 Commerce Parkway. This initiative offers residents a safe, anonymous, and responsible way to dispose of prescription and over-the-counter medications that are no longer needed, expired, or unused.

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Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

A large-scale emergency unfolded in West Baltimore on Thursday morning as more than two dozen individuals exhibited symptoms of a suspected mass drug overdose, prompting a significant response from police, fire, and medical services. The incident, which occurred around the busy intersection of Pennsylvania and North avenues, has been classified as a Level 1 mass casualty event, with multiple units deployed and the area treated as an active crime scene. Emergency crews were firs

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11 Jul 2025 11:44 AM 640 views

Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

A large-scale emergency unfolded in West Baltimore on Thursday morning as more than two dozen individuals exhibited symptoms of a suspected mass drug overdose, prompting a significant response from police, fire, and medical services. The incident, which occurred around the busy intersection of Pennsylvania and North avenues, has been classified as a Level 1 mass casualty event, with multiple units deployed and the area treated as an active crime scene. Emergency crews were firs

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Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

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Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell announces early resignation after nearly a decade in office

Trump Threatens to Take Control of Panama Canal Amid Rising Tensions with China

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10-Year-Old Krish Arora Achieves IQ of 162, Surpasses Einstein and Hawking

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India Assures Humane Detention for Mehul Choksi If Extradited in PNB Fraud Case

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Meta Offers Rs 1,600 Crore to Ex-Apple AI Head to Lead Superintelligence Lab

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Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Alleged “Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in federal prison

Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

Santa Clara opens COMPASS Clinic to expand addiction recovery services

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

New FDA rule requires opioid warning labels and promotes overdose reversal awareness

Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

Dublin to host drug take back event amid fight against opioid crisis

Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

Mass Overdose in West Baltimore Sends Over 25 to Hospital, Police Launch Investigation

Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell announces early resignation after nearly a decade in office

Trump Threatens to Take Control of Panama Canal Amid Rising Tensions with China

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