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Online pharmacies pose risks as DEA warns of pills laced with fentanyl and meth sold as legitimate meds. Many are based in India and the Dominican Republic, deceiving customers into buying counterfeit drugs. DEA's Operation Press Your Luck targets these illegal operations, highlighting the dangers of fake pills leading to addiction and death. Consumers should be vigilant, looking for red flags such as low prices, foreign currency, broken seals, and sites without valid prescriptions or licenses.

Fiji Police Force reports daily arrests for unlawful drug possession, mostly marijuana, with suspects mainly in their 20s and 30s. Recent seizures include substantial amounts from searches, raids, and farms. Methamphetamine cases also noted. Increased public awareness programs and emphasis on maintaining public trust in the drug war.

After Oregon recriminalized drug possession, Douglas County Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Gomez arrested a man for misdemeanor drug possession. While some counties like Lane plan to use a 'deflection' program to send offenders to treatment instead of court, Douglas County opted out, planning to enforce stricter penalties. Sheriff John Hanlin believes in the justice system's ability to turn lives around, contrasting with Lane County's approach focusing on treatment over punishment.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, in collaboration with the OAS, launched an Early Warning System (EWS) in Saint Lucia to monitor and address emerging drug threats. The EWS, a multi-agency network, aims to facilitate rapid communication and enhance intervention strategies. Ching-Soto of the OAS emphasized the urgency of the initiative, highlighting Saint Lucia's role as a transit point for drug trafficking and the potential infiltration of synthetic drugs. The EWS launch marks a significant milestone in combating the growing drug issue, reflecting the commitment of Saint Lucia's government and stakeholders.

References discuss addiction as a brain disease, neuroimaging findings in cocaine dependence, and mindfulness-based treatments for addiction, among other topics.

Airway Heights Police Department, with K9 Officer Rozzo, seized methamphetamine, fentanyl, and a stolen handgun, highlighting the importance of K9 units in drug detection and community safety.

Bernard Groves, a methamphetamine addict, has struggled with quitting despite multiple rehab attempts. Unlike opioid addiction, there are no FDA-approved medications for stimulant addiction like meth and cocaine, leading to the use of contingency management, where small rewards are given for negative drug tests. This treatment, though effective, faced resistance due to concerns of bribery and fraud. Recently, California became the first state to fund contingency management with Medicaid dollars, offering gift cards for negative tests, which has shown promising results for some, like Groves. However, access remains limited, and not all patients can benefit, highlighting the need for broader implementation and acceptance of this treatment approach.

A Knox County deputy arrested 39-year-old Keith Adams for possession of 1.6 grams of methamphetamine during a traffic stop on Oct. 2. Adams, whose license was suspended, was booked for possession of methamphetamine and driving while suspended.

Two men arrested in drug raid involving 100 pounds of meth and $100,000; hearing debates bail due to public defense attorney shortage.