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Kids, addicts keep poisons helpline, Sanca on their toes in lockdown

06 May 2020 - 07:00 By Suthentira Govender
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The use of alocoholic substances during the lockdown period is said to be increasing.
The use of alocoholic substances during the lockdown period is said to be increasing.
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An increasing number of SA children are downing hand sanitiser at home during lockdown.

We talk to a helpline about the alarming calls it has taken.

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