Deltona woman overdoses on I-4 with children in back seat, deputies say
A 12-year-old girl had to put the vehicle in neutral when her mother overdosed while driving on I-4, 911 call shows.
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First of its kind opioid treatment center coming to Sanford
A new facility is coming to Seminole County in an effort to help combat the opioid epidemic.
FDA approves laser manufactured in Melbourne to treat chronic back pain
It's the first and only laser to received FDA clearance to treat chronic low back pain.
First responders leaving behind Narcan after responding to overdoses
Blaire says addicts may be abusing the Leave Behind program but in the short term it is saving lives.
1 billion opioid pills flooded Central Florida, federal database reveals
Seminole County received an average of 21 million pain pills per year between 2006 and 2012.
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Seminole County sheriff asks for support in battling opioid crisis
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma spoke with county commissioners on Tuesday in an effort to gain support in combating the opioid crisis.
Bill passes to help Florida sue drug manufacturers, pharmacies
A bill to help the Florida attorney general sue drug manufacturers and pharmacies is heading to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Brevard drug bust nets enough fentanyl to kill 500,000, dozens arrested, sheriff says
A six-month Brevard County investigation resulted in the seizure of 3 pounds of lethal fentanyl, 75 firearms, the arrests of 60 people and more than 100 warrants for arre...
Police meeting overdosing addicts at hospitals to help them get clean
The Ocala Police Department's Opioid Response Team used to attempt to find addicts who overdosed within 72 hours of being released from the hospital. They discovered that...
A generic version of Narcan could soon be available
U.S. regulators have approved the first generic nasal spray version of Narcan, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses.
Flagler County investigation nets arrests, warrants for 18 'poison peddlers'
It's time for spring cleaning in Flagler County.
Florida bill would allow schools to administer opioid overdose reversal drug
Accused drug dealer faces murder charge, officials say
Florida law enforcement 'helpless to combat' opioid epidemic without state funding
Veterinarian, Brevard County sheriff warn Narcan is not cure all
What is Narcan? Is it the answer to country's opioid epidemic?
'One hit and they're dying:' Ocala police issue warning after rash of overdoses
Opioid Nation 1 year later: Lives saved but crisis continues
Opioid addiction: Where to seek help in the Orlando area
Children in foster care because of addiction find hope
Demi Lovato overdose shines light on Central Florida epidemic
Singer Demi Lovato was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital Tuesday after an apparent drug overdose, according to reports.
Pop star Demi Lovato suffers heroin overdose, report says
Pop star Demi Lovato has reportedly been taken to the hospital after suffering from a heroin overdose, according to TMZ.
'Scumbag, murdering drug dealer' indicted in woman's overdose death, deputies say
A news conference is scheduled to announce a first-degree murder indictment in connection with a 2017 death in Deltona.
Video: Flagler deputy uses Narcan to revive blue, limp man
Video released from the Flagler County Sheriff's Office shows a deputy using Narcan to revive a limp, blue man who they say had overdosed on heroin and xanax.
Central Florida law enforcement takes back unwanted prescription drugs
Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are fighting the epidemic during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Heroin dealer charged with murder drugged, raped victims, Ocala police say
A man who Ocala police said is a heroin dealer and is accused of drugging women with heroin and raping them.
Florida Gov. Scott signs bill to combat opioid crisis
Gov. Rick Scott has signed legislation limiting most painkiller prescriptions to a three-day supply in response to the opioid crisis killing at least 16 Floridians every ...
Narcan to be given to Orange County residents in light of opioid crisis
Narcan and other opioid-addiction resources will be given to Orange County residents starting Tuesday.
Osceola task force uses drug money to fight opioid crisis
State Attorney Aramis Ayala and Osceola County law enforcement officials have announced a new way to fund efforts to curb the opioid epidemic.
'We need to stop addiction:' AG Jeff Sessions in Tampa talks opioid crisis
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions will be in Tampa Wednesday afternoon to deliver remarks on the country's opioid epidemic.
Brevard undercover operation leads to heroin suppliers
Brevard County authorities recently arrested eight people on drug charges in a months-long investigation.
More drug dealers arrested on murder charges in Seminole County
Seminole County authorities have arrested eight alleged drug dealers in less than a year-and-a-half on murder charges for allegedly selling a toxic dose of drugs that kil...
Man charged with homicide after heroin overdose in Winter Springs
A 30-year-old man is arrested in Winter Springs on homicide charges after police say he provided a man with heroin laced with fentanyl.
Florida Blue says they will no longer cover OxyContin for most customers
Florida Blue, the largest health insurer in Florida, announced Tuesday that it will not cover OxyContin in its commercial lines of business starting Jan. 1, 2018.
Troopers expect more opioid-related crashes after suspected high driver hits school bus
When Todd Massengale barreled into an empty school bus Monday afternoon on Sand Lake Road in Orlando, he was high, Florida Highway Patrol troopers said.
Central Florida fights opioid crisis during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Pills are packed high in a collection box at the Winter Park Police Department. It is almost overflowing after people dropped off their unwanted prescription drugs over t...
Orange County sheriff responds to President Trump's announcement on opioid crisis
Volusia deputies find couple passed out on opiates with infant in car
Former heroin addict calls Vivitrol 'miracle drug' that helped him kick addiction
Gov. Scott pledges $50 million to combat opioid abuse, major legislation changes
In face of opioid crisis Volusia treatment center in need of state funding
News 6 hosts special live chat, special report on opioid epidemic
Parent of heroin addict warns 'don't be the mom that I was'
Vicki King has constant reminders of what her son Jeff could have been, from pictures of his photography hanging on the walls of her home, to his dog, Java.
NFL Hall of Famer uses football fame to steer kids away from opioids
Detroit native Jerome Bettis wants to talk to young football players, but his message is not about X's and O's --instead, it's about drug abuse: specifically, opioid addi...
Doctor takes you inside ER to show how opioid crisis has changed his job
The opioid crisis had reached into the lives of countless families, but it has also had a significant effect on doctors as they change their approach to treating pain.
Former drug dealer warns parents about opioids
Hospital or morgue: Where an overdose will take you
If you experience a drug overdose, you will go to one of two places: the hospital or the morgue.
New treatment center changing way it helps addicts
The opioid epidemic has changed the way doctors conduct their practices.
Boys saw parents overdose and had night terrors for months, grandparents say
For three young boys, the last time they saw their parents alive was nine months ago.
Addicts: Understanding addiction is key to fixing the problem
The opioid epidemic is a problem that's slowly infiltrated our communities, our schools and our families. It's easy to look the other way, and stay blind to addiction, bu...
Central Florida schools respond to opioid crisis
The opioid epidemic is here. News 6 asked school districts how they are responding to the crisis.
Children of the crisis: Addiction's smallest victims
The opioid crisis in the United States has affected millions of parents and the effects are rippling out to children and relatives.
Ship-to-shore: Illegal opioids often come from overseas
The calm setting of Port Canaveral's sun-drenched landscape has become the backdrop for opioids and other illegal drugs.
Saving an addict: Stopping the overdose in its tracks
As the opioid crisis in the nation continues to worsen, law enforcement agencies around the country are looking for ways to combat the problem -- and save lives.
Volusia County sheriff discusses using Narcan to combat opioid crisis
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood discusses how deputies are using Narcan to combat the opioid crisis.
It's not just overdoses: What other effects do opiates have on the body?
As you've likely heard, opioids are addictive, dangerous and oftentimes, deadly. But did you know all the different ways they can affect the human body?
Graham Media Group launches 'Opioid Nation: An American Epidemic'
Florida deputies use special software to track opiate overdoses
Infant dies, mom accused of giving him lethal dose of fentanyl, report says
Florida hospital tries new program to combat opioid overdoses
Florida medical examiner overwhelmed with overdose victims requests more funds
Orange County launches ‘Heroes against heroin' website
Tell us: How have you been affected by opioid addiction?
Woman used heroin, crashed vehicle with 2 toddlers, police say
'My child was deceased for a moment': Opioid crisis hits close to home for one Orlando mom
Overdoses overwhelm Volusia County, almost all deputies now carrying Narcan
In the early morning hours of June 13, Deputy Brandon Coker raced to a home in rural Pierson for a suspected overdose.
Video: Narcan used to revive woman who overdosed
An Orange County deputy used Narcan to revive a woman who was brought to the Orange County Jail while she was overdosing.
Heroin, MDMA found at home in The Villages
Two people were arrested in The Villages on drug charges, deputies said.
2-year-old drowns while father high on heroin, deputies say
A 41-year-old Fleming Island man is facing aggravated manslaughter charges after his 2-year-old son he was supposed to be looking after drowned in a pool while he was hig...
Man charged in Winter Park 17-year-old's heroin overdose
Winter Park police arrested a man Thursday who they said supplied a lethal dose of heroin to a 17-year-old boy in February.