Prevention

Reducing the risk factors and enhancing the protective factors associated with initiating substance use. 

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Alcohol-attributable burden of cancer in Argentina

Scientific article
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Abstract Introduction Alcohol consumption is a risk factor for several types of cancer. Alcohol consumption levels in Argentina are among the highest in the world, and malignant neoplasms are the second cause of death in the country. Public...

Opioid-related deaths: health and social responses

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This miniguide is one of a larger set, which together comprises Health and social responses to drug problems: a European guide 2021. It provides an overview of the most important aspects to consider when planning or delivering health and...

DECCA Big Guides

Leaflet, Infographic, Fact sheet, Poster
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Downloadable information on alcohol, drugs and tobacco.

Society for Prevention Research (SPR) Annual Meeting

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Seattle

Mark your calendars to attend the most important prevention science conference–the Society for Prevention Research (SPR) 30thAnnual Meeting that will be held in-person May 31 – June 3, 2022. This year’s theme is “Realizing the Power of Prevention Through Equitable Dissemination & Implementation Science.”

The SPR 2022 Annual Meeting will be held in person at the Hyatt Regency Seattle, Seattle, WA.

15th European Public Health Conference 2022

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Berlin

The 15th European Public Health Conference 2022 will take place in Berlin from the 9th till the 12th of November.

The theme of the conference is Strengthening health systems: improving population health and being prepared for the unexpected

The subthemes are:

  • Preparing for the unexpected: lessons learned from Covid-19 and other disasters