PRN Partners with Royal Malaysian Navy in Langkawi to Raise Awareness on Synthetic Drugs in Vapes

LANGKAWI, September 10 - Expanding its public health outreach into national security domains, Pusat Racun Negara (PRN) delivered a specialized awareness program on the growing threat of synthetic drugs concealed in electronic cigarettes at the Region 3 Naval Headquarters (MAWILLA 3), Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) base in Langkawi today.

Representing PRN, Pharmacist Puan Sulastri delivered an expert session to nearly 100 TLDM military personnel and personnel officers. The comprehensive briefing focused on the toxicological hazards and acute poisoning risks associated with modern vaping devices, while sharing empirical findings on chemical analytical profiles and synthetic drug adulterants identified in confiscated vape liquids. The initiative provided naval personnel with crucial toxicological knowledge to recognize emerging substance threats, reinforcing military readiness and health safety against illicit synthetic compounds.