Episode 1036
Nitazenes move the needle for drug death distress
New synthetic opioids, many times stronger than heroin, have appeared in the UK illicit supply...
The Naked Scientists Podcast · The Naked Scientists
April 2, 202429m 16s
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Show Notes
Today we're investigating dangerous new drugs which have found their way onto the streets of the UK. Nitazenes are lab made opioids with similar effects for the user as heroin. Their relative strength, however, means it is much more difficult to take them safely and much more likely to result in a fatal overdose. With drug deaths in this country already at a record high, and devestation being wrought by similar substances in the US, we look at a range of solutions for preventing as much harm as possible... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
nitazenessynthetic opioidsfentanylheroindrug deathsoverdoseharm reductiondecriminalisation