There has been an alarming spike in the number of young people ending up in hospital with spinal cord injuries and nerve damage linked to excessive nitrous oxide use. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been investigating. Barry, just how common is this?
"Nitrous Oxide abuse left me with severe nerve damage in my arms and legs"
There has been an alarming spike in the number of young people ending up in hospital with spinal ...
09.30 24 Feb 2026