For some young people, a popular method for getting a quick high is by misusing laughing gas — and lately, that’s in the form of nitrous oxide from products sold by the company Galaxy Gas. Those ...

Young people posting videos and photos of themselves inhaling the drug known as whippets have been going viral on social media, and although nitrous oxide—the substance the drugs are made from—is ...

In recent times, the term “nangs” has piqued the curiosity of many. Predominantly known in Australia, “nangs” refers to small canisters filled with nitrous oxide, a compound with various applications, ...

A new can of nitrous oxide has become a popular inhalant Galaxy Gas Teenagers are inhaling canisters of nitrous oxide sold under the brand name Galaxy Gas The brightly colored canisters are used to ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Outside the Value Fill gas station in Southeast Portland, a large red banner advertises “GALAXY GAS ALL SIZES.” Inside the store, huge colorful tanks of nitrous oxide line the shelves ...

Inhaling nitrous oxide can cause fainting, heart attacks and a litany of other health-related issues. Still, the dangers have not prevented misuse by young people (and perhaps even celebrities) who ...

Washington lawmakers are considering a bill to ban retailers from selling nitrous oxide for recreational use. Supporters of ...

Nitrous oxide, better known as laughing gas, is quietly emerging as one of the most intriguing rapid-acting options for people whose depression has not budged with standard pills or talk therapy.