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  • 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? ...

  • Reduce risk and stay safe

    Breaking down cocaine

    10 March 2022

    Cocaine use in New Zealand is not uncommon. Here’s what you need to know about it. ...

  • Asking for help

    Where to go when you need support

    01 March 2022

    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? ...

  • Solvents and chemicals

    Sussing out solvents

    24 February 2022

    The chemicals in some common household products can produce effects similar to alcohol or anaesthetics when inhaled. We look at what’s going on... ...

  • Time for a change

    Feel like it’s time for a change?

    01 February 2022

    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. ...

  • Look after your mental health

    Looking after your mental health

    25 January 2022

    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… ...

  • MDMA and dehydration

    Be safe, be cool

    20 January 2022

    Many cases of serious injuries and deaths from taking MDMA in New Zealand are due to outside elements that are easily preventable. ...

  • Clear liquid in glass vials

    Let’s talk about GBL/GHB in New Zealand

    14 January 2022

    We’ve seen an increase in harm caused by GBL/GHB in New Zealand. Let’s take a closer look at what’s going on, and how to stay safer. ...

  • Risks of taking MDMA

    Thinking of using MDMA?

    04 January 2022

    MDMA (also known as ecstasy, E, molly, mandy, pingers) is becoming more widely available and frequently used in New Zealand. Here’s what you need to know. ...

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