drug trafficking

How does drug trafficking affect public health?

Drug trafficking directly affects public health by increasing the availability and consumption of illicit drugs, leading to higher rates of substance abuse. This, in turn, causes a surge in overdose deaths, chronic diseases, and mental health disorders. Additionally, the illegal drug trade contributes to the spread of infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C, primarily through unsafe injection practices.

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