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Substance misuse

Be able to have conversations about sensitive topics like alcoholism.

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Substance misuse

HCPs asked to issue 'stronger warnings' on opioids

The MHRA is asking healthcare professionals to give patients “stronger warnings” on the risks of opioids.

24 Sep 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Substance misuse

Pharmacy withdraws needle exchange service after residents protest

A community pharmacy in south Belfast is to withdraw its needle exchange service after more than 20 years following protests from local residents.

21 Jul 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Mental health

Don't bet on it

With gambling addiction on the rise, more people than ever are starting to suffer serious health problems connected to their compulsion. 

10 Mar 2020 , 4 Min Article

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Substance misuse

WHO retracts opioid guidelines amid allegations

WHO retracted the guidelines amid allegations that drug manufacturers had undue influence on their development.

 

15 Jan 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Substance misuse

Alcohol misuse: part three

This module is the third in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

21 Apr 2017 , 900 Min Module

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Substance misuse

Alcohol misuse: part two

This module is the second in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

17 Mar 2017 , 900 Min Module

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Substance misuse

Alcohol misuse: part one

This module is the first in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

09 Feb 2017 , 900 Min Module

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