Tattoo tech to detect drink spiking DW 07/23/2025
Briefly

A temporary tattoo-like sticker has been developed to help detect drugs often used to spike drinks, such as Rohypnol and GHB. These drugs are colorless, tasteless, and short-lived, making them difficult to identify. Excessive use can lead to severe symptoms, including drowsiness and memory loss, and they are commonly associated with sexual assault. The new testing method offers a discreet way for individuals to determine the safety of their drinks, providing a significant improvement over existing testing strips that require longer detection times and can expose users to risks.
This new temporary sticker, resembling a tattoo, can provide a discreet and rapid method for identifying the presence of common date-rape drugs in beverages.
Both Rohypnol and GHB are tasteless, colorless, and short-lived drugs commonly used for spiking drinks, making detection challenging and posing serious safety risks.
Excessive doses of club drugs can result in severe side effects, including confusion, memory impairment, and in some cases, leading to sexual assault incidents.
The innovative testing method developed by South Korean researchers aims to enhance drink safety by providing a faster alternative to existing drink-testing techniques.
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