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  • Taking psilocybin mushrooms

    Thinking of picking mushrooms?

    11 May 2022

    We’re heading into cooler months which means fungi season is here. If you’re thinking of picking mushrooms, make sure you know the risks ...

  • Nitrous oxide isn't safe

    Will nitrous oxide impact my health?

    05 May 2022

    You might think nitrous oxide is a ‘safer’ option, but it still carries risks. Find out what it means for your health. ...

  • Mushroom in field

    What are the risks of magic mushrooms?

    28 April 2022

    Psilocybin mushrooms have been used by many cultures for various reasons throughout history. Here’s what you need to know about magic mushrooms in NZ. ...

  • Drug Testing - spectrometer

    What’s the deal with drug checking?

    13 April 2022

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

  • Avoid mixing drugs

    Will MDMA damage my health?

    12 April 2022

    While MDMA may have a reputation of being low risk, it’s important to remember there’s no such thing as a "safe" drug. ...

  • Take extreme care with dosing

    Thinking of using GBL/GHB?

    06 April 2022

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

  • ARTICLE086 Hero

    What is 1,4-BD?

    04 April 2022

    You might have heard about 1,4-BD being sold in New Zealand. But what is it, and what are its effects? ...

  • Opioid overdose

    Overdosing on opioids

    24 March 2022

    When people take high doses of opioids, it can lead to an overdose, with the slowing or stopping of breathing and sometimes death. ...

  • Prescription medication

    Explaining benzodiazepines

    22 March 2022

    Fake benzodiazepines are causing serious harm overseas. But what are benzos and what do they do? ...

  • First aid advice

    What to do when things go wrong

    15 March 2022

    Do you know what to do if someone suffers the effects of an overdose? ...

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