Nitrous Oxide

Litterpickers discovered 82 nitrous oxide cans in a single day, far exceeding their usual finding range of three to 12 cans.

A large group of adults gathered in the streets of Los Angeles, using nitrous oxide tanks and inhaling from balloons late Thursday night. The event involved drug use and public disruption.

Congress is advancing a bill to ban retail sales of nitrous oxide after a 500-percent increase in nitrous-related deaths between 2010-2023. The bipartisan Nitrous Oxide Safety Act aims to restrict recreational sales while allowing medical and culinary use. A separate Senate bill targets marketing practices of nitrous oxide products.

Kelly Rosenthal's death from nitrous oxide addiction led to Tennessee legislation banning its sale at vape shops. A WSMV4 investigation revealed easy access to nitrous oxide at vape shops, prompting bipartisan support for the Nitrous Oxide Abuse Prevention and Retail Sales Prohibition Act.

A California congressman is advocating for a federal ban on retail nitrous oxide sales after a 2025 study revealed a 500% increase in nitrous-related deaths between 2010-2023. The article highlights the case of Robert Howland, a former Air Force member who died from nitrous oxide abuse, emphasizing the drug's widespread availability and lethal consequences.

A 2025 study found a 500% increase in nitrous oxide-related deaths between 2010-2023, prompting a California congressman to propose a federal ban on retail sales. The article highlights the case of Robert Howland, an Air Force veteran who died from nitrous oxide misuse after returning from combat, with his mother describing the drug as 'pure poison.'

A California Congressman proposes a federal ban on retail nitrous oxide sales due to a 500% spike in nitrous-related deaths since 2010. The article highlights the case of a military veteran who died from nitrous oxide addiction, underscoring the drug's accessibility through vape shops, convenience stores, and online retailers.

San Francisco Supervisor Danny Sauter is proposing a ban on the retail sale of nitrous oxide in the city. This follows reports of a significant increase in the use of 'Whippets,' particularly among young people.

Michigan is experiencing a sharp rise in emergencies linked to nitrous oxide use. The substance, often referred to as 'whippets,' is being abused by teens and young adults, resulting in increased hospitalizations.

Michigan is experiencing an increase in emergency room visits linked to nitrous oxide use. A FOX 2 journalist found the canisters easily available at a smoke shop to individuals aged 18 and older. The substance is marketed to young people and inhaled for intoxication, according to a medical expert from the Michigan Poison and Drug Information Center.

A DUI driver faces multiple charges after Albany police reported witnessing them actively inhaling nitrous oxide from 85 canisters. The incident occurred on June 14 near Buchanan and Pierce streets following a call about an impaired driver.

Drivers are being breathalyzed for nitrous oxide due to a growing trend on Snapchat of youngsters getting behind the wheel while high on the substance. The trend is concerning as it poses significant risks to road safety. Authorities are taking measures to address the issue.