Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) is a semi-synthetic cannabinoid which was marketed and sold openly in Ireland as a legal alternative to cannabis products until it was controlled in July 2025. There have been reports of psychotic illness precipitated by HHC use. Consequently, there are fears that HHC may become a public health issue. This study's aim was to measure the extent of HHC use and patterns...
Festival drug-related deaths are a growing public health concern. To examine drug use and related harm-reduction practices and attitudes towards utilisation of drug safety testing services. Data collection took place over the 2019 festival season (June-October). The questionnaire was self-reported. Data was gathered via the online survey, which was promoted through online and social media...