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Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drug

It has been reported that the Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drugs coming into the country, as social media and websites are used to buy painkillers, sedatives, and other medications But what effect is this having on those who are ordering such items? Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Colin O'Gara Consultant Psychiatrist and Head of Addiction Services at St John of God Hospital.

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10.00 15 Aug 2023


Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drug


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It has been reported that the Irish postal system is now a major route for illegal and fake prescription drugs coming into the country, as social media and websites are used to buy painkillers, sedatives, and other medications

But what effect is this having on those who are ordering such items? Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Colin O'Gara Consultant Psychiatrist and Head of Addiction Services at St John of God Hospital.


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