Drug officials may examine wastewater to identify dangerous substances in circulation

Wastewater analysis part of wider plan to alert users to dangerous drugs

HSE drug officials are looking at examining wastewater and used syringes as part of a wider plan to warn users of any dangerous substances in circulation. Picture: iStock

HSE drug officials are looking at examining wastewater and used syringes as part of a wider plan to warn users of any dangerous substances in circulation.

The HSE is also trying to improve information flows from hospitals to gather data on substances ingested by people brought to emergency departments.