emerging drugs
Emerging drugs—new synthetic opioids, stimulants, and designer substances—are constantly evolving, creating dangerous new threats to public health and safety. Many of these drugs, often far more potent than known substances, reach communities undetected until they begin to claim lives. Following these drug trends is essential for effective prevention, allowing experts, policymakers, and law enforcement to identify and intercept these substances early. Staying aware of new drug trends enables faster response times, improved public education, and proactive policy, helping to save lives and prevent these dangerous drugs from taking root in communities.