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    What’s the deal with drug testing?

    25 February 2021

    While it’s always safest not to take any drugs at all, testing can help minimise the risks. Here’s why it matters. ...

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    Eutylone is still a risk this summer

    23 February 2021

    Drug checking by our partners KnowYourStuffNZ in Christchurch this week has revealed that eutylone remains a risk this summer. ...

  • Take extreme care with dosing

    Thinking of using GBL/GHB?

    16 February 2021

    We’ve seen an increase in harm caused by GBL/GHB in New Zealand over recent months. Make sure you understand the risks… ...

  • Taking psilocybin mushrooms

    What is wood lovers paralysis?

    10 February 2021

    Taking psilocybin mushrooms (aka magic mushrooms) comes with a number of risks, but one effect more common in New Zealand and Australia remains a mystery… ...

  • KYS Alert 301220: Cathinones 1

    Stay safer by staying informed

    03 February 2021

    Our partners at KnowYourStuffNZ had an incredibly busy summer break checking drugs at festivals over New Year’s Eve. Here's what they found... ...

  • Impact on the brain

    Quick facts about Ketamine

    28 January 2021

    Ketamine seems to be growing in popularity recently, with use increasing in New Zealand as well. How much do you know about it? ...

  • Asking for help

    Where to go when you need support

    26 January 2021

    Did you know that the Alcohol Drug Helpline is available 24/7 to support anyone concerned about their own, or someone else’s drug use? ...

  • Coming down

    Understanding the risks of the comedown

    19 January 2021

    After taking drugs, you may experience a comedown. We take a look at what this means and how you can stay safer. ...

  • Time for a change

    Feel like it’s time for a change?

    14 January 2021

    You might be at a point where you are starting to rethink your drug use. If you’re deciding to cut down, or quit, you don’t have to do it alone. ...

  • Staying hydrated

    The complicated relationship between MDMA and water

    12 January 2021

    MDMA can affect your perception of how hydrated you are and drinking too much, or too little, water can be dangerous. Make sure you know what’s going on. ...

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