Woman, 20, Wanted a ‘Quick Buzz’ from a Popular Party Drug. She Lost the Ability to Walk — and Died 3 Days Later

Amy Louise Leonard spoke out about the dangers of nitrous oxide balloons in her final social media post, warning, “you’ll ...

A look at nitrous oxide's rise in the Commonwealth: Q&A with reporter Stephanie Kuzydym

Courier Journal reporter Stephanie Kuzydym reviewed legislation nationally and spoke with Kentucky legislators, as well as ...

Woman gave 'balloons' drug warning days before death

A young woman posted a warning about the dangers of using nitrous oxide "balloons" on social media days before her death. Amy ...

An old drug made new: How nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is devastating Kentucky families

Nitrous oxide is known as the chemical compound used in dental procedures to reduce pain. But the FDA is warning of its abuse ...
Sterling Journal-Advocate

A common sight at concerts, nitrous oxide abuse is soaring, prompting health concerns

Every party needs balloons. These just happen to be filled with laughing gas. “We don’t do it that often. It’s funny for about 30 seconds,” said a concertgoer outside Red Rocks Amphitheatre, who was ...
The Times Leader

Nitrous oxide balloons bring charges

PLAINS TWP. – A Philadelphia man was arrested early Wednesday morning and charged with selling balloons to be used to inhale nitrous oxide. Thomas J. McGettigan, 33, was charged with resisting ...
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Police issue about 'deadly' drug after police find cannisters in this town

Police have issued a warning after noticing more nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, canisters in Longridge.