Singapore working to list etomidate as illegal drug as abuse cases rise
Those who abuse etomidate - a drug found in vapes - could soon face harsher penalties including mandatory rehabilitation and jail time. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung says the authorities (MHA, MOH) are working to list the substance under the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA). It's now under the Poisons Act, which carries lighter penalties for users. Charlotte Lim with more on the growing problem.
Those who abuse etomidate - a drug found in vapes - could soon face harsher penalties including mandatory rehabilitation and jail time. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung says the authorities (MHA, MOH) are working to list the substance under the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA). It's now under the Poisons Act, which carries lighter penalties for users. Charlotte Lim with more on the growing problem.
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