A wave of homemade synthetic drugs has swept the United States, deepening a deadly drug crisis, BBC News reports.
BBC News has spoken with users, dealers, prison staff and recovery workers to get a front‑line view of the epidemic.
The drugs are often produced in clandestine labs and can be more potent and unpredictable than traditional substances.
The country is grappling with the fallout, with authorities and support organisations calling for increased resources and public awareness.
<small>Source: BBC News — read the original story there.</small>