New Zealand reports a significant rise in drug testing services, aiming to reduce drug-related harm.

New Zealand's Drug Foundation saw a significant rise in drug testing, with a 23.5% increase in samples and 44% more clinics in 2024. They tested 3,213 samples at 141 clinics and distributed over 18,000 free test strips for potent opioids. The foundation's director highlighted that these services are vital in preventing drug-related harm and deaths, noting that 68% of tested drugs matched expectations, up from 64% the previous year.