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Health Info - Illegal drug laboratories

Health risks

 

Exposure (particularly long term) to residual chemical contamination from illegal drug manufacturing, may be harmful to health, in particular, children and pregnant women. Symptoms of exposure can include:

  • throat irritation
  • headaches
  • skin conditions
  • breathing difficulties
  • mental health problems.

If you believe you have been exposed to chemical contamination you should seek medical advice.