60% increase in drug addiction cases in Kuwait last year

  • 28/06/2024

Brigadier General Muhammad Qabazard, Director of the General Department of Narcotics Control in Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior, highlighted significant strides in reducing drug demand during a seminar at Kuwait University’s College of Engineering and Petroleum. The event, held under the patronage of Lieutenant General Salem Al-Nawaf, emphasized the theme “Your Life is Your Decision” in observance of World Anti-Drug Day. Brigadier General Qabazard reported a 60% increase in families reporting addiction cases last year, resulting in 778 interventions and placements in addiction treatment centers. He stressed ongoing media campaigns aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and encouraged public engagement through a dedicated hotline.





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