The rise of ketamine addiction in the UK

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In this episode, Tudor discusses addiction with Pat Roos, who lost her son to a drug overdose, and Christina Dent, a foster mom of a baby with a drug-addicted mother. They emphasize that addiction can happen to anyone, regardless of their background or values. They advocate for a ... Show More

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This episode was originally published in January.Elon Musk has unleashed a huge political row in the UK over whether there should be a national inquiry into the gangs that groomed young girls for rape in a number of Britain's northern towns. But whilst the world's richest man acc ... Show More

One week ago, Matthew Perry’s autopsy report came back, finding that the ‘Friends’ actor died from the acute effects of ketamine overdose. His death has sharpened focus on the popular and controversial drug. Ketamine has been hailed as a miracle cure for depression and anxiety, c ... Show More

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