Pharmacy research: driving safer outcomes in substance misuse As chief scientist of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), I witness daily how pharmacy professionals combine expertise in medicines, strong research capability and front line care. In the complex…

Here, #AmiraGuirguis emphasises that research offers a crucial opportunity in shaping healthcare policy and practice, particularly in the developing landscape of substance misuse

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The government has put up £20 million of funding to develop medicines, medical technologies and digital tools to tackle drug and alcohol addiction.

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Committee approves H.660 (v.6.1) with opioid recovery and prevention appropriations The committee approved Version 6.1 of H.660 after counsel described reorganized opioid‑abatement and substance misuse prevention appropriations, including $900,000 and $300,000 for recovery residence beds and multiple youth/prevention grants funded from the substance misuse prevention special fund.

The House committee has taken a significant step forward by approving H.660, unlocking vital funding for opioid recovery residences and youth prevention programs across Vermont.

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Helping people to live and survive co-use of benzodiazepines/z-drugs and opioids: the importance of asking how and why people co-use - Drug Research Network Scotland Helping people to live and survive co-use of benzodiazepines/z-drugs and opioids: the importance of asking how and why people co-use Gabriele Vojt, Joanna Kesten, Jennifer Scott, Hannah Family, on beh...

How and why do people use #benzodiazepines/z-drugs & #opioids together?

Gabriele Vojt @jscottuob.bsky.social @jokesten.bsky.social & Hannah Family highlight key findings from recent research in this @drnscot.bsky.social blog.

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The Scottish Parliament's Criminal Justice Committee recently published its inquiry into the harm caused by substance misuse in Scottish prisons.

You can read the full report here.

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Riley County health department reports naloxone distribution, seeks to refill fiscal analyst post Riley County Health Director Diane Craig and staff updated commissioners on harm-reduction work — including naloxone distribution and lockbox pledges — requested approval to refill a vacant fiscal-analyst position, and secured approval for staff to attend a required national Drug Endangered Children conference.

Riley County's health department is taking critical steps to enhance overdose response and financial oversight, including a push for naloxone distribution and refilling a key fiscal analyst position.

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From pain to wellbeing: why deprescribing might be the most powerful prescription of all Wouldn’t it be amazing if we could stop talking about pain and start creating a nation of well beings? That question has quietly followed me through every patient consultation since I became a…

In this blog piece, #ShilpaPatel shares how staff at her GP practice worked to reduce high-dose opioid prescribing among patients who had taken the drugs for years

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Recruiter spotlight! 👏

We wanted to highlight the awesome work of one of our recruiters, Barod.

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Contract Review Committee recommends $175,000 for three substance‑misuse programs, records $0 for two others The committee recommended $100,000 for Addiction Solutions, $50,000 for Health Imperatives and $25,000 for NAMI/ASAP in the substance‑misuse category and formally recorded $0 awards for New Hope and NCTV after discussion about treatment versus prevention priorities.

The Contract Review Committee has made a bold decision to prioritize treatment over prevention, recommending $175,000 for three key substance-misuse programs while denying funding to two others.

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🎻 Do hobbies protect against adolescent substance misuse?

A new study says yes – but are we mistaking correlation for causation?

Before we start fiddling with interventions, let’s look closer…

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Montgomery County Sheriff advocates for opioid education and disposal initiatives Sheriff emphasizes need for community education on opioid dangers and medication disposal.

The Montgomery County Sheriff is sounding the alarm on the opioid crisis, urging immediate action for education and safe medication disposal to protect our community's youth.

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Volusia Health Board Investigates Delta 8 THC Risks for Youth After Poisoning Incidents Volusia Health Board discusses community measures addressing Delta 8 THC risks for youth.

A recent Board of Health meeting in Franklin revealed alarming statistics about youth substance misuse linked to Delta 8 THC, including tragic incidents involving children and unregulated products.

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#FranklinCityMilwaukeeCounty #WI #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #FranklinYouth

Tulsa Observes National Opioid Awareness Day With Community Support Initiatives Tulsa engages diverse partners to combat opioid misuse and enhance recovery support services.

Tulsa is uniting to tackle the opioid crisis head-on, with local leaders calling for urgent action as overdose rates soar in the community.

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#TulsaTulsaCounty #OK #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #TulsaOpioidCrisis #PublicHealth

Local Council Discusses Funding Gaps in Mental Health and Childcare Initiatives Council members highlight insufficient funding for mental health and childcare despite new tax initiatives.

Funding for mental health and childcare in Anchorage is falling alarmingly short, prompting urgent discussions among local council members about the community's critical needs.

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#AnchorageMunicipality #AK #SubstanceMisuse #ChildcareInitiatives #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety

ADHD drugs have wider life benefits, study suggests A study has linked ADHD drugs to reduced substance misuse, suicide, transport accidents and criminality.

#ADHD #childandadolescentpsychiatry #mentalhealth #ADHDdrugs #attentiondeficithyperactivitydisorder #substancemisuse #suicidalbehaviour #transportaccidents #criminality #ADHDsymptoms #ADHDdiagnosis #ADHDtreatment #BMJ #ADHDmedication #methylphenidate #Ritalin #ADHDpatients
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Iron County Teens Propose Stricter Smoking Regulations at Fairgrounds Youth coalition seeks enhanced smoke-free signage and policy changes at Iron County Fairgrounds.

Local teens are stepping up to fight substance misuse by proposing stricter smoke and vape-free policies at the Iron County Fairgrounds—will their voices be heard?

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#UT #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #PublicHealth

Racine Unified School Board discusses vaping prevention curriculum and new program initiatives Board outlines vaping prevention strategies and new Empowering Futures program for students.

The Racine Unified School District is taking a bold step against the vaping epidemic with new programs that prioritize education and support for students over punishment.

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#WI #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #YouthEducation #PublicHealth

Expert Confirms Fentanyl Overdose as Cause of Death in Toxicology Report Toxicology findings reveal acute intoxication from fentanyl and other drugs in deceased.

The alarming rise in fentanyl-related fatalities has Texas officials sounding the alarm for urgent public awareness and intervention.

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#TX #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #TexasPublicHealth #OpioidEpidemic #PublicAwareness

🧪Angela Woods explores how alcohol and substance misuse affects both patients and staff, and how we can respond.

Learn how to spot patterns, reduce harm, and support change in healthcare settings. Link in the thread.

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Kim presenting PhD findings on #MedicineManagement Programme and #SubstanceMisuse services in #prison & upon release in the #community @ #BCS conference Findings highlight importance of holistic joint-up approach from prison to the community. @robpoole.bsky.social @catherine-robinson.bsky.social

Fayette County develops community health programs to address youth substance misuse Fayette County enhances community health efforts focused on youth substance misuse education.

Fayette County is taking bold steps to combat youth substance misuse, reaching thousands through targeted educational programs and community events.

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#LexingtonCityFayetteCounty #KY #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #LexingtonCity #YouthEducation #CommunityHealth

San Francisco Fire Department secures $205K NSF grant for community paramedicine study Commission recommends accepting NSF grant to enhance equity in emergency medical services.

The San Francisco Fire Department is set to revolutionize community health with two major grants aimed at enhancing emergency services and tackling substance misuse head-on.

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#PaedSky / #PedSky / #SubstanceMisuse folks:

Does anyone know of any guidelines for inpatient management of alcohol withdrawal **in children / adolescents** ?

Would be v grateful for any signposting. Thanks.

NB, currently on mat leave and asking on behalf of a friend in anonymous trust.

Community leaders advocate for accurate information to save vulnerable lives Leaders emphasize equipping communities with information and tools to protect vulnerable populations.

Massachusetts lawmakers are taking a stand against the rising crisis of xylazine overdoses, emphasizing the urgent need for community education and effective tools to protect vulnerable lives.

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Massachusetts bill establishes Building Trades Recovery Week to address substance misuse Legislators petition for proclamation promoting awareness of opioid dangers in construction industry

Massachusetts legislators are taking a bold step to combat the opioid crisis in the construction industry by proposing Building Trades Recovery Week!

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Massachusetts bill establishes Building Trades Recovery Week to address substance misuse Legislation mandates annual proclamation for Building Trades Recovery Week to combat substance misuse.

Massachusetts is taking a bold step to combat substance misuse with the establishment of an annual Building Trades Recovery Week!

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#MA #SubstanceMisuse #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #WorkforceRecovery

'Why is substance use training so limited for nurses?' | Nursing Times Student editor Rebecca Kenderdine on the current training available for treating patients with dual diagnosis.

‘Why is substance use training so limited for nurses?’

Student editor Rebecca Kenderdine on the current training available for treating patients with dual diagnosis. #nurses #nursing #healthcare #education #substanceuse #substancemisuse #students #studentnurses

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