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    What are nitazenes?

    07 June 2023

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

  • Impact on mood

    What you need to know about NBOMe

    01 June 2023

    NBOMe refers to a group of hallucinogenic substances that are often sold as LSD – with serious consequences. ...

  • Risks of mixing drugs and alcohol

    The risks of mixing drugs and alcohol

    30 May 2023

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

  • Impact on the brain

    Quick facts about ketamine

    15 May 2023

    Ketamine seems to be growing in popularity recently, with use increasing in New Zealand as well. How much do you know about it? ...

  • DMT

    What is DMT?

    04 May 2023

    DMT is a hallucinogen that produces similar effects to LSD and magic mushrooms. We take a closer look at what it is, and how it works. ...

  • Taking psilocybin mushrooms

    What is wood lovers paralysis?

    28 April 2023

    Taking psilocybin mushrooms (aka magic mushrooms) comes with a number of risks, but one effect more common in New Zealand and Australia remains a mystery… ...

  • Taking psilocybin mushrooms

    Thinking of picking mushrooms?

    20 April 2023

    We’re heading into cooler months which means fungi season is here. If you’re thinking of picking mushrooms, make sure you know the risks ...

  • Impact on the brain

    Before mixing MDMA and magic mushrooms, read this

    06 April 2023

    “Hippie flipping”, or mixing MDMA and psilocybin, has been around for decades. But how do these two substances interact, and what are the risks? ...

  • Opioid overdose

    Overdosing on opioids

    30 March 2023

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

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    Concerns imported beer cans could contain meth

    13 March 2023

    Over the weekend, Auckland City District Police shared concerns that some cans of a distinctive beer could be contaminated with meth. ...

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