Music Support is a UK-based charity dedicated to assisting individuals in the music and live events industry affected by mental health challenges and addiction. The organisation offers a range of support services, including a confidential helpline, individual case management, and crisis support, all managed by industry peers with firsthand experience. In addition to providing direct...
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Alabama Supports Grandparents with Opioid Settlement Funds
Alabama is pioneering a pilot program that allocates $280,000 from opioid settlement funds to assist “grandfamilies”—grandparents raising children whose parents are caught in the grips of addiction. This initiative comes as over 2.5 million children in the U.S. find themselves being raised by grandparents and other relatives due to parental substance use, with Alabama’s foster...
International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) Press Release
Release Date: 2024.09.20 Coverage Date: Immediate Release Main Contact: Audrey Contact No. : 010 2069 4835 “The participation of women in peacebuilding is essential”… Women from all sectors gathered for peace 2024 International Women’s Peace Conference hosted by IWPG –Biafra·India·Korea·Myanmar·Colombia- Listening to the stories of women for peace “Women are powerful agents of change. Women,...
Alcohol as a Commercial Driver of Crime
Overview of Alcohol Action Ireland Established in 2003, Alcohol Action Ireland (AAI) serves as the national independent advocate for reducing alcohol harm, focusing on lifting the burden of alcohol harm from individuals, communities, and the state. AAI’s efforts encompass advocacy, research, and information provision, with a particular emphasis on implementing the Public Health (Alcohol) Act...
Transparency in Democracy: Unveiling the Influence of Industries Through a New Search Tool
In an effort to bolster transparency and accountability within democratic systems, the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE), in collaboration with the Alliance for Gambling Reform, has unveiled a pioneering search tool known as the Influence Engine. This innovative tool is designed to provide the public with greater accessibility to information regarding the influence...
Understanding Poppers: Usage, Effects, and Legal Status
Poppers are a class of recreational drugs that are inhaled for a quick high. These substances, often associated with the LGBTQ+ community, have been in use since the 1970s. The active compounds in poppers are alkyl nitrites, including amyl nitrite, butyl nitrite, and isobutyl nitrite. Despite their recreational usage, poppers have legitimate medical applications, particularly...
Hidden Risks of Alcohol You Might Overlook
Understanding the deeper effects of alcohol is vital in today’s society, where its use is often normalised. By examining how alcohol can impact ambition, relationships, and self-esteem, we can better appreciate the full range of its consequences and make more informed choices about our consumption. In examining the often-overlooked dangers of alcohol, recent discussions have...
St. Petersburg, Florida Commits $1 Million to Nonprofits Fighting Opioid Crisis
St. Petersburg, Florida, is allocating $1 million from a significant opioid settlement to support nonprofit organisations in addressing the ongoing opioid crisis. This initiative is part of a broader agreement where the city will receive $6 million over an 18-year period. The city’s approach focuses on filling critical resource gaps by funding innovative proposals not...
Addressing Opioid Cravings: How a Maine Jail Supports Its Prisoners
At Somerset County jail in rural Maine, an innovative programme has been introduced to help prisoners manage opioid cravings. Sheriff Dale P. Lancaster initiated the use of an extended-release buprenorphine shot, which suppresses cravings for up to 28 days, offering a tangible alternative to the daily pill regimen previously used. This approach has provided newly...
Rising Drug Threats: Young Addicts and Insufficient Support
In Washington state, the story of Maddy, a teenager battling fentanyl addiction, highlights severe challenges faced by young addicts. Maddy’s experience illustrates the alarming gaps in the treatment system for youth, as the state lacks dedicated detox facilities for minors. Despite the urgent need, Washington provides no youth-specific detox beds, forcing families to navigate a...