Brian Hurley
Addiction physician and Medical Director at the Bureau of Substance Abuse Prevention and Control, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health; discussed health risks, overdose data, and public-health responses to 7-OH.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 55min
California Takes On Potent Synthetic Drug 7-OH
Lester Black, cannabis editor at SFGATE, and Dr. Brian Hurley, an addiction physician, delve into the alarming rise of 7-OH, a potent synthetic derivative of kratom. They discuss its shocking potency—over ten times that of morphine—and the troubling accessibility of this drug in gas stations. Black shares personal stories of rapid addiction, while Hurley highlights the concerning local overdose statistics. Together, they explore public health responses, treatment challenges, and the potential impact of banning this dangerous substance.
Apr 15, 2024 • 31min
Stimulant Update with Dr. Brian Hurley
Dr. Brian Hurley discusses rising stimulant-related morbidity, safety disparities between prescription stimulants and illicit substances, challenges in treating stimulant use disorder, universal naloxone access for overdose prevention, and emphasizing recovery from stimulant use.
