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Psychedelic substances such as LSD and psilocybin have been outlawed for decades, but there is growing international interest in their possible therapeutic benefits, especially in areas such as treating depression and addiction. Cliff Taylor looks at the evidence and finds local researchers keen to unlock the psychedelics’ potential
 

Psychedelic substances such as LSD and psilocybin have been outlawed for decades, but there is growing international interest in their possible therapeutic benefits, especially in areas such as treating depression and addiction. Cliff Taylor looks at the evidence and finds local researchers keen to unlock the psychedelics’ potential
 

A GP researcher says "Kafkaesque" notification rules are hampering efforts to control the spread of sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhoea

Nearly a third of GP consults are about dealing with patients’ mental health and addiction needs, according to a snap survey by the RNZCGP

The fast pace of the Government’s legislative changes in health is putting a strain on GPs, particularly in areas where they may have conscientious objections, says RNZCGP president Sam Murton

The fast pace of the Government’s legislative changes in health is putting a strain on GPs, particularly in areas where they may have conscientious objections, says RNZCGP president Sam Murton

A GP researcher says "Kafkaesque" notification rules are hampering efforts to control the spread of sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhoea

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Nearly a third of GP consults are about dealing with patients’ mental health and addiction needs, according to a snap survey by the RNZCGP

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