On August 21, 2024, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will recognise National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, joining a chorus of voices dedicated to educating the public about the severe dangers of fentanyl poisoning from counterfeit pills and other illicit drugs. This day of awareness comes at a crucial time, as the United States continues...
Alcohol Focus Scotland is hosting an online event on August 29th to launch a new literature review by the University of Nottingham, examining the impact of alcohol marketing on individuals with or at risk of alcohol problems. The event will feature presentations from researchers, insights from a person with lived experience, and contributions from the...
In a thought-provoking TEDx talk Is Alcohol Really Helping Us Cope? | Samantha Perkins | TEDxBellarmineU, Samantha Perkins challenges our society’s reliance on alcohol as a stress-relief mechanism. Drawing from personal experience and scientific research, Perkins presents a compelling case for reconsidering our relationship with alcohol, especially when it comes to managing stress and anxiety....
The PROSPER Symposium, initially mired in controversy, has astutely turned the situation into a remarkable opportunity through effective public relations strategies. This transformation underscores the importance of robust communication and proactive measures in navigating public perceptions. Legalising or normalising controversial topics without thorough consideration is recklessly naive. Strategic Public Relations Intervention The symposium’s organisers employed...
Recovery Walks 2024 will be held in London and the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, offering an inspiring opportunity for communities to unite in support of addiction recovery. The London walk is scheduled for September 14, while the Brecon Beacons will host its event on July 11. Both walks aim to raise awareness, reduce...
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) provides a supportive community for individuals seeking to overcome addiction. The WebMD article “Narcotics Anonymous: What to Expect” offers an insightful introduction to the program, detailing its principles and what new members can anticipate. NA meetings follow a structured format where participants share their experiences and support each other on the path...
Recent research from the University of Liverpool reveals that food and drink advertisements on popular video game live streaming platforms like Twitch, YouTube Gaming, and Facebook Gaming Live are linked to increased consumption of products high in fat, salt, and/or sugar (HFSS) among teenagers. These findings, presented at the ECO 2024 conference, highlight the growing...
The upcoming webinar titled “Methamphetamines in Pregnancy: Clinical Care to Improve Survival, Engagement, and Attachment,” hosted by Elvira Earthstar, a Clinical Midwife Consultant, is set to take place online on Wednesday, 29th May 2024, from 1pm to 2pm AEST. This free session aims to shed light on the critical issues surrounding methamphetamine use during pregnancy,...