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Evening Standard
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Rise in young people being harmed by ketamine sparks new awareness campaign

Ketamine is a powerful medical anaesthetic but can be dangerous when used recreationally (Alamy/PA) -

A rise in the number of young people being harmed by ketamine has sparked a new Government campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of the drug, including severe bladder damage and even death.

Ministers have also raised concerns about synthetic opioids hidden in fake medicines bought online, as well as THC vapes laced with synthetic cannabinoids, also known as spice.

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