Mephedrone banned, but campaigner is sceptical
The “legal high” mephedrone is being banned, the Government announced yesterday.
Alan Johnson, the Home Secretary, acted after receiving advice from the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) which recommended it be designated a ‘class B’ drug, along with cannabis and amphetamines.
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Hospitals urged to offer advice to 'alcohol injured'
Hospital staff are being urged to offer advice on reducing drinking levels to people with alcohol-related injuries when they receive follow-up treatment.
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Legal Highs Factsheet
A factsheet for parents on legal highs has been published by the Public Health Agency on the 5 February and is available for download from the Public Health Agency website.