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Drug addicts’ population exceeds 130,000 in Helmand

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LASHKARGAH (Pajhwok): The number of drug addicts has been on the increase and has reached above 130,000 persons in southern Helmand province, the world officials say.

Public Health Director Dr. Abdul Wahid Hazam told Pajhwok Afghan News that they were concerned about the growing number of drug addicts in Helmand due to unemployment and insecurity.

The population of individuals addicted to drugs has exceeded 130,000 while there is only a 100-bed hospital for their treatment in Helmand.

“We can admit . . .

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