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Philly is among cities switching tactics on how to address addiction and homelessness

Tuesday, May 07, 2024

Philadelphia is taking a tougher line on illegal drug use on city streets. The new mayor and city council are launching an aggressive strategy in the city's infamous Kensington neighborhood.

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Canvassers in Philadelphia reach out to residents to warn about overdose rates

Thursday, February 15, 2024

City workers in Philadelphia are canvassing neighborhoods with high rates of drug overdose deaths — and handing out overdose reversal medication.

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An overdose drug is finally over-the-counter. Is that enough to stop the death toll?

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Narcan is now available in drug stores without a prescription. The nasal spray can save a life by stopping an opioid overdose. But will people pay the price and ask for it by name?

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