The world’s leading cancer research authority has issued a stark warning: alcohol causes cancer, and no amount of drinking is entirely safe. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, released its sixth Evidence Summary Brief on 8 October 2025. The report reveals that alcohol consumption links to at least seven different cancer types....
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Gloucester House Celebrates 65 Years Transforming Lives in Swindon
When Declan first walked through the doors of Gloucester House, he was barely recognisable. Years of alcohol dependency and despair had hollowed him out. Today, he stands as living proof of what genuine recovery can achieve. He is vibrant, sober, and reclaimed from the grip of substance misuse. As The Salvation Army’s pioneering Gloucester House Swindon facility celebrates 65 years...
UK Government Announces Historic Crackdown on Rogue Traders Selling Vapes to Children
The government has unveiled groundbreaking proposals to protect children from the risks of vaping, announcing that for the first time in history, shops will require a licence to sell tobacco, vapes and nicotine products. Published on 8 October 2025, the call for evidence represents a major step towards closing a dangerous gap in the law that has allowed rogue traders...
Alarming New Report Reveals £5 Billion Annual Cost of Alcohol to UK Economy
A groundbreaking report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has exposed the staggering economic cost of alcohol on Britain’s workforce, revealing that harmful drinking costs the UK economy over £5 billion annually through lost productivity alone. The comprehensive study, published in October 2025, presents compelling evidence that alcohol consumption has become a critical barrier to the nation’s economic...
The Devastating Reality of Alcohol Addiction: Mother’s Shocking Photos Expose the Brutal Truth
Emma Ward’s harrowing photographs lay bare the devastating effects of alcohol addiction—a stark warning of how this legal drug can destroy lives with terrifying speed. The 46-year-old law graduate from Sunderland has courageously shared images from her darkest days, exposing the brutal physical and mental destruction that alcohol dependency inflicts. What began as a seemingly innocent nightly drink spiralled into...
Cannabis Psychosis Link: Major Studies Reveal Mental Health Dangers
Two significant studies published this month have reignited concerns about cannabis and its impact on mental health, particularly amongst vulnerable populations. The research challenges the benign image cultivated by pro-legalisation advocates and raises urgent questions about public health policy. Cannabis Psychosis Link Strengthened by Latest Evidence A study in JAMA Psychiatry has revealed that cannabis use amongst people with psychosis...
Cocaine Deaths in UK: Rising Fatalities Expose Britain’s Drug Problem
Britain faces a stark reality: cocaine deaths in UK have surged by 30.5% in just one year, whilst usage rates have doubled over two decades. The statistics from the Office for National Statistics reveal cocaine use amongst adults has climbed from 5.1% in 2001 to 10.3% by 2023, marking one of the most significant public health challenges of our generation....
London Conference Reveals: Gut Health Drinks Innovation Transforming Consumer Wellness
The non-alcoholic beverage sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by evolving consumer priorities around health, wellness, and mindful living. A recent two-day conference in London brought together drinks brands and ingredients specialists to examine how shifting consumer habits are fundamentally reshaping the industry landscape. The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Alternatives The non-alcoholic drinks market has expanded rapidly, with over 1,000 brands...
Innovative Trauma Recovery Programme Combines Animal Therapy with Counselling to Support Highland Women
A groundbreaking three-year initiative is set to transform how women across the Highlands heal from trauma and its deep connection to alcohol and addiction. ACI Recovery Services and Highland Therapeutic Animals have secured significant funding from the Volant Trust to deliver Roots of Resilience, a pioneering trauma recovery programme specifically designed for women and families in the region. The collaboration...
Understanding Craving: New Research Tool Measures Addiction Urges Across Multiple Substances and Behaviours
Recent scientific research has introduced a groundbreaking tool for understanding one of the most powerful forces in addiction: craving. The Craving Assessment Scale for Behavioural Addictions and Substance-use Disorders (CASBAS) represents a significant advancement in how we measure and comprehend the intense desires that characterise addictive patterns. What Is Craving Assessment and Why Does It Matter? Craving is defined as...
The Decriminalisation Disaster the ACT Doesn’t Want You to See
A Response to Media Coverage of the ACT’s Drug Decriminalisation Anniversary On 27 October 2025, the ABC published an article marking two years since ACT drug decriminalisation made the Australian Capital Territory the first Australian jurisdiction to remove criminal penalties for small amounts of illicit drugs. The piece featured advocates celebrating “meaningful harm reduction” and government officials claiming community support...
How Chronic Stress Rewires the Brain and Increases Addiction Risk
Recent research from the University of Mississippi has revealed how repeated stress fundamentally alters brain function in ways that persist for weeks, potentially explaining why some individuals become more vulnerable to substance use disorders. The findings, published in the journal eNeuro, offer critical insights into the neurological mechanisms that link chronic stress to increased addiction risk. Understanding the Brain’s Response...
Non-Alcoholic Guinness Outsells Original as Gen Z Embraces Sober Lifestyle Choices
In a groundbreaking shift that reflects changing attitudes towards drinking, non-alcoholic Guinness overtakes its traditional counterpart for the first time in the brand’s history, according to new data from online retailer Ocado. The remarkable milestone shows that 53 per cent of all Guinness deliveries across the UK now consist of Guinness 0.0, the zero per cent variant launched in 2020....
Starmer Firmly Rejects Cannabis Legalisation During Youth Q&A Session in Liverpool
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has made his position unmistakably clear on drug policy, telling students in Liverpool that his government will not pursue legalisation of cannabis under any circumstances. During a pre-conference visit to the Liverpool Echo’s offices, the Prime Minister faced direct questions from secondary school students on various policy matters. When asked whether he would consider making...
Jessica Simpson Celebrates Eight Years Sober: How Quitting Drinking Restored Her Intuition and Faith
Jessica Simpson has reached a remarkable milestone, celebrating eight years of living without alcohol with an inspiring message about personal transformation and rediscovery. A Powerful Instagram Reflection The 45-year-old singer and fashion entrepreneur took to Instagram this week to share a deeply personal reflection on how her life has changed since beginning the Jessica Simpson sober journey eight years ago....
Teenage IQ and Alcohol: What New Research Reveals About Cognitive Ability and Addiction Risk
Children with lower intelligence may face a significantly higher risk of developing alcohol problems as adults, according to alarming new research from Swedish scientists. The study, which tracked almost 600,000 18-year-old boys, found that those who performed worse on cognitive tests were considerably more likely to develop a problematic relationship with alcohol in later life. This groundbreaking research comes at...
Scottish Drug Dealers Ordered to Pay £4,000 Compensation to Dogs Against Drugs Charity
A court ordered three drug dealers to pay nearly £4,000 in compensation to a drug detection charity after they admitted supply offences. The unusual sentencing highlights a growing trend of courts directing funds towards organisations working to combat substance harm. James Atkinson, Paul William Newlands and a teenager appeared at Lerwick Sheriff Court for sentencing. All three had previously admitted...
One in Four Britons Fear Family Member Has Drinking Problem as Addiction Concerns Soar
A striking new survey has revealed that one in four people across the UK harbour family addiction concerns about a loved one’s drinking. The findings expose the widespread nature of substance worries affecting British households. The representative poll of 2,000 adults found that 26% worry about a partner, relative or friend’s alcohol consumption. Meanwhile, 16% express concern about drug use...
Elderly Cocaine Admissions: Pensioner Drug Use Rockets in UK Hospitals
British hospitals are confronting an unexpected crisis. Hundreds of pensioners require emergency treatment after using cocaine. Some patients in their 90s are amongst those admitted. Fresh NHS figures paint a troubling picture of elderly cocaine admissions. The data shows 723 over-65s needed hospital care between March 2023 and March 2024. Eight patients in their 90s required medical intervention. Another 28...
The Hidden Dangers of Combining Common Medicines with Alcohol
Over-the-counter medication taken by millions could put people at serious risk of stomach ulcers, liver failure and kidney damage when combined with alcohol, medical experts have warned. Everyday remedies including Lemsip, Strepsils and ibuprofen remain safe when used as directed, but drinking whilst taking them can cause lasting harm that many people simply don’t recognise. Kiran Jones, a clinical pharmacist...
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