DRUGS IN METRO REGION

The Denver area ranks second-lowest in drug abuse among 21 metro areas, but
it ranks first in inhalant abuse. The following percentages for increased
and decreased drug use are for 2000-2002.

Drug Increase

Cocaine 21%

Heroin 28%

Inhalants 100%

Topical agents 757%

Drug Decrease

Ecstasy 41%

LSD 92%

GHB 65%

Central nervous system stimulants 55%