Scotland’s drug death crisis deepens as fatalities rise again despite efforts to reduce harm
- Scotland recorded an increase in drug-related deaths, with figures showing an 11% rise compared with the previous period.
- The country continues to have one of the highest drug death rates in Europe, according to the report.
- Officials and health experts have focused on prevention, treatment access and support services to tackle the crisis.
- The issue has remained a major public health challenge, with concerns around addiction support and reducing preventable deaths.
Source: bbc.com
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