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  • Impact on mood

    Let’s talk about LSD

    30 May 2025

    LSD (also known as acid, dots, tabs) is a psychedelic hallucinogen that distorts and alters perceptions. ...

  • Mushroom in field

    What are the risks of magic mushrooms?

    27 May 2025

    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. ...

  • Opioid overdose

    Overdosing on opioids

    23 May 2025

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

  • Take extreme care with dosing

    Thinking of using GBL?

    09 May 2025

    We’ve seen an increase in harm caused by GBL-type substances in New Zealand recently. Make sure you understand the risks… ...

  • Risks of mixing drugs and alcohol

    What happens if you take cocaine while drinking

    15 April 2025

    Did you know taking cocaine and drinking alcohol at the same time results in a whole new drug, called cocaethylene? Here’s what happens… ...

  • Article 101 Hero

    Space oil and kpods - what’s going on with etomidate in vapes?

    05 February 2025

    Recently, vapes containing etomidate have been identified in New Zealand. What is it and what are the risks? ...

  • Have a safer night out

    Tips for a safer night out

    15 December 2024

    As we head into the summer party season, we take a look at how you can have a safer night out. ...

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    What are nitazenes?

    14 December 2024

    A new class of synthetic opioids is becoming prevalent. Find out how to keep yourself safer. ...

  • Risks of mixing drugs and alcohol

    The risks of mixing drugs and alcohol

    08 December 2024

    Mixing different substances can quickly ruin your night. Make sure you understand the risks… ...

  • Risks of mixing drugs

    To mix it is to risk it

    02 December 2024

    Mixing any combination of drugs and alcohol can be dangerous. The impact on your body and mind become even more unpredictable, and harder to manage. ...

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