Irish prisons face a red alert over rising detections of potentially fatal nitazene-type drugs, prompting increased vigilance and naloxone distribution.

Irish prisons issue red alert over rising detections of potentially fatal nitazene-type drugs. HSE warns of potent synthetic opioids found in powder form, raising concerns about lethality and overdoses. Irish Prison Service secures extra naloxone kits, increasing vigilance and launching campaigns to inform prisoners of the dangers of consuming contraband.