According to investigative journalist, Katherine Eban, there is a lot of fraud going on with generic medications -- putting patient safety at risk.

When you’re in extreme pain, you’ll do anything to make it stop. A doctor tells you that one pill can temporarily put an end to your pain, and it seems like a no-brainer. 

Prescription painkillers seem harmless enough. After all, most of us have taken them at one point or another. 

However, there are some dangers that come with taking prescription painkillers with addiction being at the top of the list.

Many painkillers fall into the opioid category, which means they are narcotics.

About 20 million Americans suffer from substance abuse, and the overdose death rate keeps climbing.

How does an innocent doctor's visit turn into a fatal drug addiction?

It's crucial to learn about the side effects of medications so you can best manage your own health.

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The #1 cause of accidental death is overdose of opiate-based drugs. What if you could save someone you love from dying with one simple injection?

The trend for teens to drink -- and binge drink -- is not slowing down. You might be surprised the ways teens go about getting buzzed.

Spring breaks, prom and summer parties are all prime activities for teen binge drinking. Make sure your teen does not become a statistic.

Is your state doing everything it can to keep you safe and healthy? From smoking rates to seat belt and child safety seat laws, find out how you can do more.

Having a party for your teen and want to be the "cool " parent? Don't sacrifice safety to get in your kid's good graces.

Tylenol is one of the most common OTC drugs. But even a small amount over the recommended dose can be dangerous.

More adults are taking medications for chronic diseases. But these same meds are linked to increasing rates of poisonings in kids.