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The Sun
26-07-2025
- The Sun
Over 50% of drug abuse cases in Perak involve youths
IPOH: A staggering 51.5% of drug abuse cases recorded in Perak last year involved youths aged between 15 and 39, according to the Malaysian Drug Prevention Association (PEMADAM). Perak PEMADAM chairman Mohd Azlan Helmi revealed that out of 14,534 reported cases, 7,488 involved young individuals, calling the trend alarming. He stressed the need for stronger preventive measures, including community involvement. 'To prevent the situation from worsening, all parties, including the community, must play their part,' he said after officiating the PEMADAM Mini Carnival and flagging off the Perak PEMADAM Run and Explorace 2025 at Polo Ground. The event drew over 1,500 participants. PEMADAM has also enlisted 150 student volunteers to combat drug abuse in higher education institutions. 'These young people serve as awareness agents on campuses, helping spread anti-drug messages effectively,' Mohd Azlan added. The association has launched an official website to provide information and facilitate online volunteer registrations. - Bernama
The Sun
22-07-2025
- The Sun
PEMADAM targets synthetic drugs among educated youth in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Drug Association (PEMADAM) will prioritise tackling the growing threat of synthetic drugs, especially among highly educated youth, said its National Chairman Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah. This focus will take centre stage at the 46th PEMADAM Biennial National Assembly from Aug 9 to 11 at the Perbadanan Putrajaya Complex. The event aims to enhance prevention strategies and engage more young leaders and academics in PEMADAM's leadership. 'PEMADAM must adapt to current challenges. Synthetic drugs are cheap, easily accessible and increasingly popular among youth aged 15 to 30, including those with higher education,' he said during a press conference before chairing PEMADAM's National Executive Committee meeting. Recent field visits to Kelantan, Penang, and Sabah, conducted with the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK), revealed a worrying trend. Studies indicate drug users now include highly educated individuals, some with PhDs, particularly in the East Coast region. 'This shows traffickers are targeting high-potential groups who could otherwise contribute to national development,' Dr Shamsul Anuar added. The assembly, expected to be officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, will feature exhibitions from AADK, the Prison Department, and the Serenti Rehabilitation Centre (PUSPEN). Special sessions will highlight the latest synthetic drug trends and traffickers' evolving tactics. - Bernama
Barnama
22-07-2025
- Health
- Barnama
PEMADAM To Prioritise Fight Against Synthetic Drugs Among Educated Youth
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Anti-Drug Association (PEMADAM) will prioritise combating the rising threat of synthetic drugs, particularly among young people with higher education, said its National Chairman and Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah. This focus will headline the 46th PEMADAM Biennial National Assembly, set for Aug 9-11 at the Perbadanan Putrajaya Complex, which aims to strengthen prevention strategies and involve more young leaders and academics in PEMADAM's national leadership. 'PEMADAM must adapt to current challenges. Synthetic drugs are cheap, easily accessible and increasingly popular among youth aged 15 to 30, including those with higher education,' he said at a press conference before chairing PEMADAM's National Executive Committee meeting today.
