EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 1 MIN
Kratom’s Hidden Danger
from Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Doctors warn kratom, marketed as a harmless herbal remedy for pain and anxiety, is fueling a dangerous new addiction crisis. Acting like an opioid, it’s easily accessible over the counter, with no FDA oversight. Users report intense withdrawal symptoms and rapid dependency, with some spending tens of thousands of dollars. A potent form, seven-OH, rivals morphine in strength. Over 100 overdose deaths linked to kratom were reported in New York alone. In response, the state now requires buyers to be 21—aiming to curb its deadly reach before it becomes the next opioid epidemic. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4bfbb164768e2fe1
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