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What’s the deal with drug checking?

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

Nitrous Oxide isn’t a laughing matter

Nitrous oxide, (also known as laughing gas, nitro, N2O, NOS, nangs, whippet) is a colourless gas that is commonly used for sedation and pain relief. ...

Let's talk about GHB/GBL

GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate) is most commonly known in New Zealand as fantasy, although it has many other names. ...

Before mixing MDMA and LSD, read this

Mixing LSD and MDMA, known as “candyflipping”, is one of the most well-known drug mixes around. But is it safe? ...

When MDMA isn’t really MDMA

Sometimes when a substance is sold as MDMA, it turns out to be something else. This can cause serious harm. ...

Managing Withdrawal

Most people eventually come to a point where they have had enough because they see the negative effects of their drug use greatly outweigh any positives. ...

Looking after your mental health

After using drugs and alcohol, you may find your mental health suffers. Here are some things you can do to help look after your mental wellbeing… ...

What’s the deal with microdosing?

Microdosing refers to regularly taking small doses of certain psychedelic drugs to enhance creativity and relieve anxiety. But what is actually going on? ...

Quick facts about meth

Methamphetamine (also known as meth, P, ice) is a powerful, highly addictive stimulant that affects your central nervous system. ...

The risks of injecting methamphetamine

While all forms of methamphetamine use are likely to lead to addiction and health problems, injecting meth is especially dangerous. ...