The Golden Dose and the changing pattern of recreational drug use…
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A needle and syringe exchange service in Northern Ireland has noticed a shift in users, with more people seeking steroids and other injectable substances for wellness and fitness purposes. This trend raises concerns about the risks of injecting unverified substances and the role of the service in preventing blood-borne viral infections.
A Northern Ireland pharmacy's needle and syringe exchange service has seen a change in users. Instead of traditional drug addicts, the service now caters to people seeking steroids and other injectable substances for wellness and fitness. These individuals are often young, affluent, and gym-going. The service has encountered clients using unverified 'amino acid cocktails' and peptides, which raises concerns about safety and efficacy. The pharmacy advises against injecting unknown substances, but some clients are adamant about using them. This trend highlights the need for education and awareness about the risks of injecting unverified substances.
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