SHARJAH’S SMART MOVE TO TACKLE DRUG MENACE: The menace of narcotics is a major public health and social issue in the contemporary world. Over the years, countless lives have been lost to this addiction. In this regard, Sharjah Police’s launch of a smartwatch to track an addict’s movements is a noteworthy step. The device will keep note of the person’s vitals and can also trigger an emergency call in case of any signs of overdose. This innovation is surely going to help the addicts overcome their problems, and will go a long way in tackling the menace in the UAE.[COMMENT BY: Somshankar Bandyopadhyay, Assistant Editor]
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