Seven years ago, only Nevada allowed wagering on sporting events. After the U.S. Supreme Court in 2018 struck down a ban on sports gambling, sports betting has spread to all but a dozen states. But a ...

With informed consent, you generally have the right to seek a second opinion or refuse treatment unless refusing poses a danger to the community or a court of law declares you “mentally incompetent.” ...

A state-licensed facility for people struggling with substance abuse, addiction and associated issues has opened in Slatington, filling a much-needed voice for treatment in the northern part of Lehigh ...

Addiction is an umbrella term that reflects qualities of substance use disorder, characterized by an inability to stop using a substance despite harmful consequences. However, addiction is not a ...

As Republican lawmakers search for deep spending cuts, a growing number of critics fear a roll-back of Medicaid dollars spent helping Americans slammed by the street fentanyl crisis. A report released ...

Baltimore addiction programs draw patients with free housing while collecting millions. Some say one company offered little help. Amanda Vlakos was found dead of an overdose in September while ...