East coast ‘lacking’ in drug addiction services for women

Seven groups in Dundee have signed up to the Welcoming Women framework.

The east coast of Scotland is “lacking” in drug rehabilitation services for women – according to those who’ve overcome addiction.

Between 2020 and 2022, the number of women dying from substance misuse in Dundee hasn’t reduced at the same rate as men.

A report focusing on female drug deaths and their access to services will go before city councillors.

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