UK. It's stockpiling, but not as you know it. Why coronavirus is making people hoard illegal drugs
UK. It's stockpiling, but not as you know it. Why coronavirus is making people hoard illegal drugs
London (CNN)It's not just toilet roll that people are panic buying. Some illegal drug users are reportedly stockpiling their substance of choice as restrictions intended to stop the spread of coronavirus disrupt the international supply chain.
And the consequences could be devastating, with experts concerned that people will adopt riskier habits, substitute unfamiliar drugs or enter withdrawal, which can be dangerous if unmanaged. Since heavy users often have other health problems, this could mean increased strain on services that are already near breaking point. (CNN, 05.04.2020)
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/04/05/uk/illegal-drug-shortage-coronavirus-gbr-intl/index.html