Resilient face of drug and alcohol treatment services in London amid the pandemic
Like every sector in the UK over the past year, substance abuse treatment services have had to adapt to the
Like every sector in the UK over the past year, substance abuse treatment services have had to adapt to the
Summary: The services face a major overhaul following after systematic weaknesses were highlighted Image: By Jacqueline Fanchini The £5m-per-year Wandsworth
Deaths from drug poisoning in England and Wales have reached their highest level since data collection began, according to new
£267 million is said to boost local drug and alcohol treatment, in April 2024. The Department of Health and Social
Official figures estimate that around 25% of adults in prison have either diagnosed or undiagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
A leading charity is launching its Addiction Awareness Week as it warns of a significant spike in demand for care,
Health experts have urged parents to speak openly with their children as drug-taking at festivals persists. Now that A-level results
Croydon residents can make a healthier start to the New Year by taking part in Dry January. The scheme presents top
Croydon Council says that alcohol consumption across London remains at a concerning level as it supports Alcohol Awareness Week. The
Cases of drink spiking are on the increase, with an 800% rise in related searches in the past month. Word
The number of alcohol-specific deaths rose to the highest level on record in 2020. Alcohol Change UK is campaigning for the government to raise the duty on alcohol next week.