Experts call for comprehensive approach to tackle growing problem as government cracks down on over-prescription
New government data revealing a rise in online fentanyl purchases by South Korean teenagers has ignited a debate over how to tackle the country’s growing problem and prevent misuse of the highly addictive pain medication.
Data obtained by Korea Pro from Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Yoon's office shows that authorities detected over 200 cases of illegal online fentanyl sales from January to June, an increase from the 62 cases detected throughout 2023.
New government data revealing a rise in online fentanyl purchases by South Korean teenagers has ignited a debate over how to tackle the country’s growing problem and prevent misuse of the highly addictive pain medication.
Data obtained by Korea Pro from Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Yoon's office shows that authorities detected over 200 cases of illegal online fentanyl sales from January to June, an increase from the 62 cases detected throughout 2023.
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