Hooked On Red: Red Opioid Crisis – Inside Ghana’s Hidden Drug Epidemic

Hooked On Red: Red Opioid Crisis – Inside Ghana’s Hidden Drug Epidemic

This powerful documentary exposes the alarming rise in the sale and abuse of “Red,” a banned opioid wreaking havoc across communities in Ghana. Despite its prohibition, the drug remains shockingly easy to access even in the most remote areas.The post Hooked On Red: Red Opioid Crisis – Inside Ghana’s Hidden Drug Epidemic first appeared on 3News.

Hooked on Red: Ghana’s Opioid nightmare

In the busy streets of Ghana, a silent epidemic is tightening its deadly grip on the nation’s youth. Red 225, a potent opioid painkiller intended for severe medical conditions, has morphed into a street drug fueling a devastating addiction crisis. From the chaotic streets of Accra to the ghettos of Kumasi and other areas, this drug is not just a substance, it’s becoming a way of life, eroding the soul of a generation. A Descent into Addiction at…