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No light at the end of the bottle...

The latest ONS alcohol mortality statistics paint a grim outlook, but why have we ended up in this situation & what can be done?

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£80 million for drug treatment services

The Government has announced that drug treatment services in England are to receive an extra £80 million.

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Ben Parker: A Service User Story

Former service user, and now a peer mentor, Ben Parker shares his story of drug addiction and recovery.

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Spending Review 2020 prioritises those impacted by COVID-19

Following the release of the Government's one-year Spending Review, the NHS APA supports the outlined plans for investment in public health.

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How the Covid-19 pandemic is fast-tracking the move to digital platforms within addiction services

Social distancing measures mean that digital technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the delivery of treatment.

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Smoking Cessation Support in Manchester’s homeless hotels during COVID-19

GMHSCP’s smoking cessation programme provides support to the city's homeless population to reduce infection risk during Covid-19.

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The Challenges Faced by NHS Inpatient Detox Units

The future of the 5 remaining NHS Inpatient Detox Units remains critically uncertain.

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Hiding in Plain Sight: Understanding Alcohol Abuse, Addiction and Dependency

Among many there is limited understanding of alcohol-related illnesses. Here's our guide to alcohol dependence, addiction and abuse.