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The deadly new drugs reshaping Scotland's fight against addiction
Saturday, September 19, 2026
New synthetic drugs have contributed to rising overdose deaths in Scotland, according to public health data. The Scottish government announced increased funding for addiction services in response. Medical professionals reported treating patients with severe adverse reactions to unfamiliar substances. The National Records of Scotland recorded 1,172 drug-related deaths in 2023, the most recent year with complete data.
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