'A Nation Free from Drugs" awareness campaign held in Salalah
Salalah: The Ministry of Social Development, in Dhofar Governorate, organised on Wednesday a community event titled 'A Nation Free from Drugs" to raise awareness about the dangers of narcotics and psychotropic substances.
The initiative aimed to educate the public on the threat of drug abuse, its societal risks, and the importance of collective prevention while fostering health, social and cultural awareness.
The event featured a panel discussion titled 'A Nation Free from Drugs," where experts addressed the societal impacts of addiction and strategies for prevention and treatment.
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