The landscape of tobacco control in England has undergone remarkable transformation, with stop smoking services England delivering unprecedented results that demonstrate the power of comprehensive community-based intervention programmes. Recent statistics reveal a success story that extends far beyond mere numbers, representing thousands of lives reclaimed and communities strengthened through dedicated support networks. Record-Breaking Success Rates...
Every year on 20th September, communities worldwide pause to recognise extraordinary dedication. They celebrate those working tirelessly in addiction services. National Addiction Professionals Day serves as a beacon of appreciation. It honours countless individuals who dedicate their careers to supporting others on their journey towards wellness. The History Behind the Recognition Established in 1992 by...
Currently, hospitality professionals across Scotland are being encouraged to embrace sobriety throughout October as part of an innovative wellness initiative targeting the industry’s demanding culture. Furthermore, the OctSober campaign, spearheaded by industry charity Hospitality Health, aims to support Scottish hospitality staff whilst simultaneously raising vital funds for workplace wellness programmes across the sector. Coach Brings...
Social work teams across England are revolutionising their approach to supporting vulnerable communities by incorporating addiction recovery methods pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous and similar programmes. The innovative strategy forms part of the Changing Futures project, which targets up to 400,000 people in England facing multiple challenges including substance dependency, homelessness, mental illness, domestic violence and...
Sheffield Cathedral will host Sheffield recovery month events throughout September, featuring a memorial service and stories exhibition designed to support those affected by addiction whilst celebrating journeys of transformation and healing. The cathedral’s programme demonstrates its commitment to serving as “A Place for All People” through events that acknowledge both the challenges and successes within...
Parents across the UK recognise a troubling reality: whilst they would never dream of serving alcohol to their young children in the garden, broadcasters serve up countless alcohol advertisements during family viewing time every single day. This relentless stream of television and digital marketing represents a calculated strategy by profit-driven industries to influence young minds...
Scotland has committed £2.25 million to implement Planet Youth Scotland, adapting the successful Icelandic Prevention Model that has reduced teenage substance use across more than 30 countries worldwide. The Scottish Government allocated £1.5 million during 2023-25, with an additional £750,000 for 2025-26, describing the investment as a long-term commitment to youth wellbeing rather than simple...
The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) has launched a call for evidence on the misuse and harms of gabapentin and pregabalin in the United Kingdom. Published on 22 August 2025, the call seeks evidence from individuals and organisations with knowledge or lived experience regarding the potential for harm caused by misuse of...
The Pompidou Group has successfully enhanced drug prevention in Georgia capabilities through a comprehensive two-day workshop in Tbilisi, bringing together 32 psychologists and social workers from across the country. The professional development event, held on 17-18 July 2025, represents a significant milestone in strengthening Georgia’s drug prevention infrastructure. Enhancing Professional Networks The workshop focused on...
Xylazine, often referred to as “tranq,” is leaving a devastating mark in Philadelphia. This veterinary sedative, unapproved for human use, has woven itself into the city’s opioid crisis. By 2021, traces of xylazine were reportedly found in at least 90% of street opioids in the city. The xylazine toll in Philadelphia has led to severe...