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A sample of the synthetic drug MDMA is tested at the Check Your Substance booth (Archive)

Video. How synthetic drugs are straining health systems worldwide

Updated: 23/04/2026 - 14:11 GMT+2

Emerging patterns of substance use are creating more complex and less predictable health risks. Experts warn that health systems are struggling to keep pace, while access to treatment and prevention services remains limited.

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