Podcast: Synthetic drugs and inside the Healy-Rae row
High-risk synthetic cannabinoids are being found in vapes, vape 'juice' and other products that can be bought in shops and on the illicit market in Ireland, according to the HSE.
A recent podcast discusses the growing issue of high-risk synthetic cannabinoids found in various products in Ireland, as identified by the HSE Drugs Early Warning System. Professor Matthew Sadlier of the Irish Medical Organisation warned that the risk of psychosis and other harms is significantly increased when synthetic substances are consumed.
The HSE lab in Dublin plays a crucial role in this early warning system; however, the constant evolution of this industry makes it challenging to stay ahead. Michael Healy-Rae, a former junior minister, shares his story in a new RTÉ documentary, explaining the events leading to his resignation during the fuel protests. After negotiating a deal with protesters, he resigned two days later after his brother Danny made explosive allegations on the radio, demanding the Taoiseach and Tánaiste step down.
Filmmaker Jerry Kennelly talks about his experience covering the Healy-Rae family, revealing the intensity of the situation when Michael made his unexpected decision to resign.
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