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Germany’s drug crisis is escalating alarmingly, with over 2,150 deaths last year — nearly matching the 2023 peak — and a shocking 53% surge in victims under 30. Polysubstance use is behind 80% of fatalities, while crack and cocaine deaths have more than doubled since 2021. Dealers are even leaving free samples in mailboxes to lure new users. Psychological stress and curiosity are driving youth experimentation, compounded by rising deaths from prescription drugs and synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Though new monitoring systems and prevention efforts are planned, the treatment infrastructure is dangerously underfunded, forcing communities to bear the burden. The crisis is more complex than ever — with online dealers and potent synthetics creating new dangers — underscoring the urgent need for accessible, well-resourced support.

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