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Illegal drug possession shouldn't be a medical problem

Use of illegal drugs can have terrible implications for both the individual and for wider society...

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11.40 27 Aug 2019


Illegal drug possession shouldn't be a medical problem


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11.40 27 Aug 2019


Use of illegal drugs can have terrible implications for both the individual and for wider society. The government has introduced a new plan which would make possession of illegal drugs a medical problem to be treated in hospitals. However, Dr. Chris Luke thinks this is an absurd idea. He explained why when he spoke to us today.


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