A Scottish Christian charity is making a significant impact in addiction recovery with its groundbreaking rock climbing recovery programme. East Ayrshire Churches Homelessness Action (EACHa), based in Kilmarnock, has partnered with Above Adventure to create the New Heights initiative. This addiction recovery climbing initiative combines outdoor activities with community support to help individuals build resilience...
In a watershed moment for cannabis accountability, the nation’s largest trial lawyer association has officially launched a dedicated litigation group targeting harmful practices in the marijuana industry. The American Association for Justice (AAJ) announced the formation of the Cannabis Injury Litigation Group on April 15, thereby marking a significant victory for advocacy organisations that have...
Addiction in the workplace is an often-overlooked issue that can impact employees’ well-being and overall organisational health. Recognising this growing concern, Triangle HR and Telford-based organisation A Better Tomorrow held a free interactive workshop at Weston Park on 10th April. The event offered crucial insights into workplace addiction, aiming to equip employers with the tools...
Employers across the United Kingdom can attend a free expert-led workshop that tackles workplace addiction. Telford-based organisation A Better Tomorrow and HR consultancy Triangle HR host the event. The event focuses on equipping managers with the skills and strategies to identify, address, and support addiction in the workplace. The interactive half-day workshop will take place...
Hull is set to benefit from £28,352,353 in UK public health funding as part of a £200m boost to the UK Public Health Grant. This pivotal UK healthcare investment will enhance essential services like school nurses, sexual health clinics, and addiction recovery programmes. Focused on prevention, this funding aims to build healthier communities while easing...
Winnipeg police have issued a warning about the risks of driving under the influence of cannabis edibles, highlighting their prolonged effects compared to smoking cannabis. Patrol Sgt. Stephane Fontaine noted that edibles could impair drivers for up to 12 hours, significantly increasing the likelihood of accidents. Cannabis-impaired driving is the second-leading cause of impaired driving...
A major boost for addiction services in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland has been announced with more than £12 million allocated to support innovative projects tackling substance use and alcohol-related harm. This crucial funding, provided through the Peaceplus programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), is backed by the European Union,...
Friday, 13th December 2024, marks Welsh Overdose Awareness Day, an important initiative to shed light on overdose prevention and address the challenges linked to drug-related overdoses in Wales. The day encourages education on harm reduction measures and offers practical actions to save lives. One key intervention being promoted is the use of Naloxone, a life-saving...
The European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) has launched a groundbreaking network of forensic and toxicology laboratories, aimed at bolstering the EU’s preparedness to tackle drug-related health and security challenges. The network’s inaugural meeting, held today, marks a significant step forward in uniting experts from across Europe to exchange knowledge, best practices, and address pressing challenges...
San Francisco has launched its “Living Proof” health campaign as part of the fight against the city’s devastating fentanyl crisis. The initiative, spearheaded by the city’s health department, aims to encourage those battling addiction to seek treatment by showcasing success stories of individuals in recovery. The campaign features nine people who overcame addiction, their images...