Drug 100 times deadlier than heroin causes severe health risks in Australia July 08, 2024 at 09:25PM

Harm Reduction Victoria has issued an urgent health alert after synthetic opioid proto-nitazene was found in cocaine, causing severe effects like loss of consciousness and respiratory depression. This follows a series of opioid overdoses in Australia, mirroring trends in North America. Authorities stress vigilance and the need for harm reduction services to prevent a potential crisis.