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health-and-society1 year ago•7 min saved

"Synthetic Drug 'Kush' Devastates Sierra Leone's Youth"

In Sierra Leone, the synthetic drug kush is devastating the youth, leading to severe addiction and limited healthcare services. Community volunteers in Freetown have set up an unconventional rehabilitation center, sometimes using extreme measures like chaining to prevent escape. President Julius Maada Bio has declared a state of emergency and launched a task force to combat the epidemic. The crisis has led to significant social and health issues, with families and communities struggling to cope.

via The Associated Press|

#addiction #health-and-society #rehabilitation

health-and-society1 year ago•5 min saved

"Synthetic Drug Crisis Devastates Sierra Leone Youth"

In Sierra Leone, a synthetic drug called kush is devastating the youth, leading to severe addiction and health issues. With limited healthcare services, communities have resorted to extreme measures, including chaining addicts, to combat the crisis. The government has declared a war on kush, but the drug's changing composition and widespread availability complicate efforts. Community volunteers and organizations are stepping in to provide makeshift rehabilitation, but the situation remains dire, affecting families and the nation's future workforce.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#addiction #community-intervention #health-and-society