Methamphetamine deaths in Australia have jumped 'significantly' - report

University of New South Wales researchers say projected fatalities from the drug, as well as hospital admissions, are increasing

Accidental drug deaths involving methamphetamine jumped “significantly” from 2010 to 2011, according to a study by the national drug and alcohol research centre which also found ice usage has increased by more than 50% among injecting drug users.

The report by University of New South Wales (UNSW) researchers examined available data on drug-related deaths, hospital admissions, and treatment services, and also found that within methamphetamine related deaths, the drug was the underlying cause in 23%.

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