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Kansas Bans Kratom and HHC July 1
Kansas hits pause on kratom and similar substances—starting July 1, possession, sale, or use of kratom, 7-OH, HHC, and certain THC products becomes illegal. Residents have until June 30 to safely dispose of these items at designated Johnson County locations, including Sheriff’s Office and CVS/Hy-Vee pharmacies—no liquids or needles accepted. With rising ER visits tied to kratom, officials warn abrupt quitting may trigger withdrawal, and buying pills outside licensed pharmacies risks deadly fentanyl-laced counterfeit drugs. Help is available: call 988 for confidential support. Support the…
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