More than 5,000 people in Gateshead need help with alcohol or drug abuse, a report has revealed.
According to Gateshead Council documents, 3,319 people are expected to require alcohol interventions, whereas 1,850 would require assistance for their opiate and or crack cocaine addiction. A health report also found addictions to benzodiazepines, amphetamines, and ecstasy remains community health concerns.
However, the report states despite recent council investments in drug and alcohol abuse treatments the system may not be able to cope with the demand.
