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  1. Cannabis (marijuana)

    Cannabis has many harmful effects on health.

  2. Medicinal cannabis

    Medicinal cannabis is a legal, high quality medicine that can be prescribed for people by their doctor.

  3. Synthetic drugs

    Synthetic drugs aim to mimic the effects of existing illicit drugs such as cannabis, cocaine and ecstasy.

  4. Psychedelics

    Psychedelics also known as Hallucinogens target specific centres of the brain to alter its understanding of sensory input.

  5. Teeth and drug use

    Many drugs, both prescription and illegal, can cause tooth damage.

  6. Eyes - Charles Bonnet syndrome

    Many people who suffer from Charles Bonnet syndrome do not consult their doctor out of fear and embarrassment, as hallucinations are associated with mental illness.

  7. Ice (crystal methamphetamine)

    The drug ice, is a stimulant with a high risk of addiction if it used regularly.

  8. Drugs

    Information about drugs including fact sheets on drug use, overdose, types of drugs, gambling, health effects of addiction and getting help.

  9. Amphetamines

    Amphetamines are stimulant drugs that speed up messages between the brain and body.

  10. How drugs affect your body

    Drugs affect your body’s central nervous system. They affect how you think, feel and behave.

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