Public health

The intersection of substance use with broader public health concerns. 

Harm reduction services in the Netherlands Report

Report
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Harm reduction (HR) has been a pillar of drug policy in the Netherlands for many decades. In fact, the Netherlands was a pioneer in the field of HR. Like many other Western countries, the Netherlands was hit by a wave of heroin use in the...

The Power of Words: A Deep Dive into the Language of Addiction

Scientific article
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Language is a multifaceted tool that not only reflects human thoughts but actively molds them. It functions as both a window and a barrier in human communication, revealing the depths of cultural, historical, and personal beliefs while also...

New guidelines for the health management of opiates

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Washington, D.C.
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United States
The Inter-American Commission on Drug Abuse Control (CICAD), the Valencia, Spain City Council, and the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) invite you to join the webinar “New guidelines for the health management of opiates” this Tuesday, November 7, starting at 10:00 (Washington, DC time).
CICAD

New draft guidance on harmful gambling

Guide
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The new draft guideline on harmful gambling recommends health professionals should ask people about gambling if they attend a health check or GP appointment about a mental health condition. These guideline aims to ensure that those needing...

Open Consultation: UK clinical guidelines for alcohol treatment

News
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The consultation on the UK clinical guidelines for alcohol treatment is now open. Consultation description This consultation asks you to review individual chapters from the draft UK clinical guidelines for alcohol treatment. Each chapter of...

Contribute to the 2024 CND Mid-term Review

News
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RESPOND TO THE ONLINE CONSULTATION The global survey is part of a broader consultation process in preparation for the 2024 Mid-term review of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs. It aims to gather inputs from NGOs working on drug policy issues...