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  • Dried cannabis

    Will my casual cannabis use damage my health?

    27 October 2020

    Cannabis may have a reputation of being ‘safe’, but it’s important to remember that even casual cannabis use can still impact your health. ...

  • Asking the question

    What are the health risks of snorting drugs?

    22 October 2020

    There are many different ways to take illegal drugs, but it’s more common to see someone popping a pill, or snorting something during a night out. ...

  • Offering support

    Is there a link between MDMA and depression?

    08 October 2020

    Sometimes people report feeling depressed after taking MDMA, or experiencing mild depression as part of the comedown. Why does this happen? ...

  • Neural pathways

    What happens when you take hallucinogens?

    06 October 2020

    Hallucinogens refer to a diverse group of drugs that alter a person’s awareness of their surroundings, as well as their own thoughts and feelings. ...

  • Dried cannabis

    What’s going on with the cannabis referendum?

    01 October 2020

    As part of this year’s General Election, you’ll also have the chance to vote in a referendum on whether the recreational use of cannabis should become legal. ...

  • Cannabis dabbing

    Answering some common questions about dabbing

    29 September 2020

    Dabbing is a growing trend in the US, especially in states where cannabis use is legal. We take a closer look at it, and answer some frequently asked questions. ...

  • Reduce risk and stay safe

    Will casual cocaine use impact your health?

    15 September 2020

    Cocaine is a highly addictive drug that comes with a number of side effects. We take a look at what that means for your health. ...

  • FAQs about common drugs

    What’s the deal with designer drugs?

    11 September 2020

    The term designer drugs first became popular in 1980s. Since then, the meaning of the term has changed to reflect new trends in drug use. ...

  • Risks of taking MDMA

    Answering some common questions about MDMA

    03 September 2020

    How much do you know about MDMA? We tackle some frequently asked questions... ...

  • Risks of synthetic cannabis

    What you need to know about synnies

    25 August 2020

    The health effects from synthetic cannabinoids (known as Synnies, synthetic cannabis, Spice, Kronic) can be unpredictable, and potentially deadly. ...

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