'52% rise' in addicts seeking help

Cases of drug addicts seeking treatment and rehabilitation in Ireland have soared by 52% over the last six years, according to research.

'52% rise' in addicts seeking help
Mon, 12 Dec, 2011 - 14:48

Cases of drug addicts seeking treatment and rehabilitation in Ireland have soared by 52% over the last six years, according to research.

Figures released by the Health Research Board (HRB) show the total number of cases seeking help jumped from 5,167 in 2005 to 7,878 last year.

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