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How Israel became the world leader in medical marijuana
In depth The country had an early lead in pioneering cannabis research and development
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Armed gangs, prison breaks and on-air hostages: how Ecuador was plunged into crisis
The Explainer Gangs launch deadly revenge after president declares state of emergency following escape of feared drug boss from prison
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Ecuador tips toward chaos amid prison breaks, armed TV takeover
Speed Read New President Daniel Noboa authorized the military to 'neutralize' powerful drug-linked gangs after they unleashed violence and terror across Ecuador
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The pros and cons of compounding pharmacies
Pros and cons Customizing medications can be lifesaving and also dangerous
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Does decriminalising drugs really work?
Today's Big Question Oregon experiment labelled a 'disaster' but advocates say time is needed to embed reforms after 50 years of the war on drugs
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'Why were the Democrats sleepwalking?'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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How polysubstance abuse is worsening the American opioid crisis
The Explainer Studies are showing that more Americans are struggling with dependency on multiple substances.
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Kush: the drug destroying young lives in West Africa
The Explainer There has been a sharp rise in young addicts in Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia
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A drug called Captagon may have helped fuel Hamas' attack on Israel
The Explainer Officials are claiming the drug is the reason for the brutality of the attack
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Magic mushrooms and the mind
The Explainer A growing number of states and cities are legalizing the use of psychedelic fungi in therapy. Some experts think that’s a big risk.
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Marijuana use associated with heart attack and stroke
Speed Read Two new studies point to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems
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The pros and cons of safe injection sites for opioids
Pros and cons The sites have saved lives but many worry they're too lax
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FDA moves to ban menthol cigarettes
Speed Read It's been a long time coming
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Drug use rife among Russian soldiers in Ukraine
Speed Read Frontline troops 'easily' access illegal substances, which can cause paranoia and hallucinations
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