covid-19

COVID-19: The Global Pan(dem)ic and Reflections on a Prevention Science Response

Book

The spread of COVID-19 is causing unprecedented damage throughout the world, from which the lasting impact will be evident for many years to come. It is vital that preventative efforts are put in place in order to minimise the damage and...

Second ISAM Webinar on COVID-19 and SUD: Recording & Materials

Video and audio recordings

The International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) recognises the heightened challenges the pandemic will pose for people struggling with Substance Use Disorders. In order to address the issue, they are holding a series of webinars with...

NAADAC COVID-19 Resource List

Website

Health care professionals around the world are fighting tirelessly to reduce the harm that is being caused by COVID-19. Several public health organisations are creating and updating resources so that people can be updated on the changing...

Factors Associated with Mental Health Outcomes among Health Care Workers Exposed to Coronavirus Disease 2019

Scientific article

23 March 2020

Abstract Importance: Health care workers exposed to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) could be psychologically stressed. Objective: To assess the magnitude of mental health outcomes and associated factors among health care workers...

Webinar: Recomendaciones de cuidado para las personas usuarias de drogas frente a la pandemia de COVID-19

22 April 2020

Buenos Aires

Argentina

Prevención en consumos problemáticos desde el modelo participativo

ISSUP Argentina les invita a participar en un webinar en el que se abordarán las dificultades y desafíos a los que nos vemos enfrentados quienes trabajamos en prevención y asistencia en el campo de los consumos problemáticos. El webinar tendrá lugar el 22 de abril de 2020 a las 11 hrs (tiempo de Argentina).

ISAM Webinar- COVID-19 and SUD: A Global Perspective on Challenges and Solutions

15 April 2020

Webinar

ISAM Webinar Series on COVID19, 2nd Meeting

Wed, Apr 15, 2020 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM (CDT) - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (BST)

Speakers will discuss:

COVID-19 and Substance Use Disorders: Recommendations for a Comprehensive Healthcare Response

Scientific article

12 April 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has become a sudden public health issue that has affected all communities around the world. Everyone has had to make adjustments to their lifestyles in a united effort to slow the spread of disease and prevent as...

AATOD Guidance to Opioid Treatment Programmes (OTPs) in Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster

As the COVID-19 global crisis continues, it is vital that Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) remain stable sources of treatment for patients receiving support for opioid use disorders. The American Association for the Treatment of Opioid...

Resources for Addiction Treatment Providers

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster

It is not always straight forward to find information and reliable resources on telehealth, state policies on OTP operation during this crisis, and insurance guidance. To support treatment provides, Shatterproof has gathered a list of...

Supporting People who Smoke or Vape During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Video and audio recordings

6 April 2020

Learning Objectives: Reflect on the conflicting evidence on smoking and vaping on COVID-19 Discuss the psychological impacts of social distancing and its effect on Tobacco Use Disorder Reflect on ideas on virtual care for smoking cessation

Themes

Epidemiology and Etiology

Supply control

Emergency Resources