Elsdorf is planning a ban on sales for laughing gas: protecting youth from dangerous drug!

Elsdorf is planning a ban on sales for laughing gas: protecting youth from dangerous drug!

Elsdorf, Deutschland - In Elsdorf there is a sales ban from laughing gas for minors on the agenda. The administration is currently examining this step to counteract the increasing problems caused by the party drug. The application came from the CDU parliamentary group, and if the ban was implemented, Elsdorf would follow other cities such as Bergheim and Kerpen, which have already taken action against the sale of laughing gas. These cities have introduced clear bans to prevent consumption to young people. It is increasingly observed that empty laughing gas bottles and balloons in parks and fields are carelessly disposed of, which becomes a real annoyance, as Radio Erft.

The problem of laughing gas affects young people who often underestimate the health risks. Doctors warn of the serious consequences that can extend to fainting fits, nerve damage and psychological problems. Even if the intoxication that triggers the laughing gas is only of short duration, the consequences are potentially serious. In Lower Saxony, for example, a ban on sales to minors is already being discussed, supported by Health Minister Andreas Philippi. A ban on sales for laughing gas could soon become a reality, as can be experienced in a report by Tagesschau.

health dangers

nitrous gas, also known as a stabil monoxide, is not only used in dentistry to carry out anesthesia, but is also very popular as a party drug. The gas is inhaled via balloons, which can lead to a short intoxication. But the dangers should not be underestimated. In the case of improper use, it can even lead to worst health consequences, including neurological damage. This is confirmed by [NDR] (https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/Gesundheit/lachgas-als-drogen-gie-faehrlich-est- is effect, lachgas146.html), which indicates that laughing gas can possibly lead to brain damage, paralysis or even a lack of oxygen. Long -term use can inactivate vitamin B12 and thus seriously cause neurological damage.

In other countries there are already strict regulations on laughing gas. In Great Britain, the Netherlands and Denmark, use is regulated as a drug, while in Germany there is currently still a freely for sale. Entrepreneurs in Germany who hand in laughing gas to minors must already prepare for penalties of up to 1,000 euros. In Pulheim, a city nearby, the introduction of a ban is also discussed by the youth welfare committee in July. It seems as if the trend is becoming more and more cities and municipalities to protect young people from the risks of this party drug.

The city of Elsdorf and other municipalities hope for a nationwide regulation. The Union faction in the Bundestag has also spoken out for a ban on sales, which is intended to protect young people. So you can only hope that measures will be taken promptly to get the problems related to laughing gas and protect the health of young people.