Surge in cocaine-related hospital emergencies among young people

Surge in cocaine-related hospital emergencies among young people

A report has said that there is a 'clear link between mental ill health and substance use'.

Hospital emergencies caused by drink and drug-taking among young people are on the rise, with an alarming spike in cases involving cocaine.

A new report reveals that more than a third of young people who drink alcohol are engaged in “hazardous or harmful drinking”.

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