References
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Links to further reading and resources
For advice for families of people who use drugs visit: NHS UK live well addiction support
For honest information about drugs visit: Talk to Frank
For Scottish Public Health Observatory illegal drug use health harm data visit: ScotPHO
Martinez-Majander, N. (2018). Illicit drug use and risk of stroke. European Stroke Organisation (ESO).
Nutt, D. (2020). New psychoactive substances: Pharmacology influencing UK practice, policy and the law. British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology. 86 (3), pg 445-451.
For information on reducing the risk of stroke and heart disease see: CHSS Essential Guide.
For essential support fort under 25s visit: The Mix
For more information on recreational drugs and alcohol visit: Mind
For more information on recreational drugs visit: Patient Info
Page last reviewed: 20 Apr 2022
