Preventing deaths involving nitrous oxide and other gases
Not a laughing matter
Nitrous oxide, also known as NOS or laughing gas, was banned last week in the UK, making it illegal to possess, sell or use recreationally.
It’s become one of the most misused drugs by 16-24-year-olds, with doctors reporting the rise in young people presenting to hospitals with neurological complications as an “epidemic”.
Councils and the police have re…
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