Prevalence and incidence of new synthetic "Designer" Drug use in the Republic of Bashkortostan

Synthesis of a new type of the synthetic drugs is a major public health problem. Detection of drug abuse at an early stage and screening of the addicts help to preserve health of the society. The study examined aspects of taking designer drugs such as amphetamines, synthetic cathinones and cannabinoids in the Republic of Bashkortostan. The survey revealed districts where the drug abuse is more prevalent as well as age and gender of addicts.