Combating Drink Spiking: CYD Test Arrives in France Through NeutraPharma Europe and Action Vitale Partnership

Cork, Ireland and Toulouse, France – July 17, 2024 – NeutraPharma Europe Limited , a leading provider of self-testing solutions for health and wellbeing, and Action Vitale a French distributor of rapid diagnostic tests, today announced a strategic partnership to make Check Your Drink (CYD), the world's first drink-spiking detection test, widely available across France and its overseas territories.

Under the terms of the agreement, Action Vitale will become the exclusive distributor of CYD in France and its overseas territories, leveraging its extensive distribution network and expertise in the rapid diagnostic testing market to reach a wider audience.

This partnership will play a crucial role in promoting personal safety and empowering individuals to make informed decisions in social settings : Check Your Drink France is then the entity you'll mostly see.

CYD: A Simple Solution for a Growing Concern

Drink spiking, the act of adding non-consensual substances to someone's drink, is a growing global concern, with reports of incidents steadily rising in recent years. This practice poses a significant threat to personal safety, particularly for women and young people.

CYD offers a simple and effective solution to this growing concern. The easy-to-use test strip detects the presence of a range of commonly used drink-spiking substances, including benzodiazepines, GHB, and ketamine, within minutes.This empowers individuals to check their drinks before consuming them, providing peace of mind and promoting responsible social behaviour.

A Shared Commitment to Safety

"We are thrilled to partner with Action Vitale to bring CYD to France and its overseas territories," said Carsten Schnier , CEO of NeutraPharma Europe. "Action Vitale's expertise in the rapid diagnostic testing market and its commitment to promoting personal safety align perfectly with our mission to provide innovative solutions for health and wellbeing."

"We are excited to add CYD to our portfolio of self-testing solutions," said Thierry Schmitt , CEO of Action Vitale. "We believe that CYD has the potential to make a real difference in the fight against drink spiking and promote safer social environments."

The partnership between NeutraPharma Europe and Action Vitale is a significant step forward in the fight against drink spiking.

By making CYD widely available across France and its overseas territories, the companies aim to empower individuals to protect themselves and promote a culture of responsible social behaviour.

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