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Scotland's Drug Deaths Surge 15%, Urgent Action Needed

7/30/2025

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Scotland's drug crisis deepens as suspected drug deaths surged by 15% from March to May 2025, claiming 312 lives. Public Health Scotland reveals a staggering 45% jump in naloxone use and a 19% increase in emergency room visits for drug-related issues. Critics are calling on the Scottish Government to bolster treatment and recovery initiatives beyond just consumption rooms.

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Scotland's drug crisis deepens as suspected drug deaths surged by 15% from March to May 2025, claiming 312 lives. Public Health Scotland reveals a staggering 45% jump in naloxone use and a 19% increase in emergency room visits for drug-related issues. Critics are calling on the Scottish Government to bolster treatment and recovery initiatives beyond just consumption rooms.