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Newest firstABSTRACTBackgroundKush, a synthetic drug combining cannabinoids and nitazene opioids, has emerged as a major public health concern in Sierra Leone, with reported prevalence and clinical severity increasing markedly as it was first identified. This review examines the health consequences of Kush use, the socioeconomic and structural drivers underpinning its spread, and the adequacy of health system and policy respo…
Open article record in new tab ↗Sierra Leone and neighbouring countries are prone to the proliferation of illicit drugs due to porous borders, weak regulatory frameworks, and the activities of transnational criminal syndicates. Among the emerging drug threats in the region is the synthetic cannabinoid known as 'Kush', which has gained immense popularity. The use of this drug has surged in recent years, particularly among Sierra Leonean youths, l…
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