London is in the midst of a drug related public health crisis. Rising deaths, changing drug markets and widening inequality are killing across the capital. This article looks at the data, trends and societal impact, using ONS, OHID and London.gov sources. Overview: How Bad is London’s Drug Problem in 2024–2025? London had 662 drug poisoning…
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Melatonin has become one of the most talked-about sleep supplements of the past few years, with its availability over the counter in countries like the US prompting many people in the UK to try it for themselves. Melatonin supplement usage by U.S. adults has grown more than fivefold in recent decades, highlighting its increasing popularity…
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Chemsex can enter your life as something that can feel manageable. The odd weekend here, a session there, often involving chemsex drugs—substances like GHB, GBL, cocaine, ketamine, and methamphetamine—commonly used to enhance sexual experiences. But for a lot of people, that boundary can easily start to move and blur. The sessions might get longer, chemsex…
DetailsAddiction affects millions across the UK, but its true cost extends beyond individual spending. NHS expenses, crime, lost productivity, premature deaths, and impacts on families and communities amount to billions annually. UK Government data shows substance misuse costs the country tens of billions each year. In the US, the economic cost of addiction exceeds $740…
DetailsThis page presents the most current alcohol statistics for the United Kingdom, covering mortality, hospital admissions, prevalence, and demographic patterns. All figures are drawn from official government sources and updated annually. Key UK Alcohol Statistics at a Glance (Updated 10 April 2026) The following bullet points summarise the most significant alcohol statistics across the UK:…
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Cocaine is a potent stimulant that works by flooding your brain with dopamine, noradrenaline, and other chemicals that create feelings of euphoria, increased energy, and confidence. The drug blocks the brain’s natural recycling system for dopamine, causing levels to build up rapidly in the brain’s pleasure centre. The cocaine high is short-lived, typically lasting 5…
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Bromazolam is an illicit, unlicensed benzodiazepine—a psychoactive substance with no approved medical use in the UK. It’s often sold as diazepam in Wales, creating a significant substitution risk and unexpected potency for those who buy it. Bromazolam was the most commonly identified illicit drug in Wales last year. In 2021, 61 drug misuse deaths in…
DetailsCardiff, like many UK cities, has a substance use and drug related harm problem. This article looks at the evidence behind Cardiff’s drug problem, the data, causes and responses from police, health services and the community. Does Cardiff Have a Drug Problem? Quick Answer with the Data Yes, Cardiff does have a drug problem but…
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Pregabalin, widely known by the brand name Lyrica, is a prescription medication used across the UK to treat nerve pain, epilepsy, and generalised anxiety disorder. While effective, pregabalin carries risks of dependence and, for some people, addiction. Pregabalin at a Glance Pregabalin is classified as a Class C controlled substance in the UK and has…
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Did you know that opioid-related deaths in the UK just keep climbing higher and higher? Studies indicate that fatal overdoses involving opioids now exceed 2,000 annually in England and Wales alone, with Scotland recording some of the highest drug death rates in Europe! Recent reports have also identified emerging threats from synthetic opioids, including an…
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