Flesh-eating zombie drug now on UK streets sparking 'public health threat' fears

A flesh-eating zombie drug has reportedly made it onto the streets of Britain with growing fears of a "public health threat" - including Scots cases as of last year found by researchers.

A recent study published in the journal Addiction detailed a series of worrying side effects including compromised airways and ulcers that may require amputation. Researchers at Kings College London highlighted xylazine presents a major concern within the United States and this "public health threat has now expanded to the United Kingdom".

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Specific data concerning 16 samples gathered from diverse toxicology laboratories were published where the drug was found in 16 individuals, among whom 11 tragically died.

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