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Germany’s drug crisis is escalating, with 2,150 overdose deaths last year — down slightly from a record high, but still alarmingly on the rise, especially among young people. Nearly a quarter of victims were under 30, a 53% spike since 2021, driven by curiosity, stress, and reckless experimentation. Mixing substances kills 81.5% of victims, while crack and cocaine deaths have more than doubled. Fentanyl’s deadly reach is growing, with related deaths up 20% year-over-year. Dealers are exploiting QR codes and online platforms to distribute drugs, making them more accessible than ever. Overwhelmed, underfunded treatment centers struggle to keep pace as officials scramble to implement better monitoring, early warnings, and youth-focused prevention.

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