Introducing the NHS APA Strategy 2024-2026: Shaping the Future Together
We’re excited to share the NHS Addictions Provider Alliance’s (APA) new strategy for 2024-2026, setting out our shared mission, values,...
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Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales: 2023 registrations: NHS APA Statement
5,448 drug-related deaths were registered in 2023, the highest number since records began. The ONS published its annual report on drug...
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Deaths related to alcohol poisoning in England and Wales: 2022 registrations: NHS APA Statement
10,048 deaths from alcohol-specific causes were registered in the UK in 2022, the highest number on record.
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Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales: 2022 registrations: NHS APA Statement
4,907 drug-related deaths were registered in 2022, the highest number since records began. The ONS published its annual report on drug...
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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2022-2023
The Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2022-2023 Report released on Thursday, showed a slight uptick in adults engaging with...
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New Policy & Development Manager: Peter Keeling
We're delighted to announce that Peter Keeling has recently been appointed in the new and exciting role of our Policy & Development Manager.
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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2021 to 2022.
Among the figures released in the Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2021-2022 Report on Thursday, there were some encouraging...
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Drug-related deaths 2021: The time to act is now.
The drug-related deaths recorded in 2021 have increased by 6.2% since 2020, making this the highest number since comparable records began.
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#StigmaKills: Free Downloadable Campaign Resources
So that you can spread the message of #StigmaKills, we have created a host of assets available for you to download to show your support.
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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2020 to 2021: Response from the NHS APA
The past year saw a 27% increase in the number of deaths of adults in contact with drug and alcohol treatment services. Read our response.
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2021 Spending Review: The NHS APA calls for a renewed focus and investment in the addictions sector.
The spending review further highlights the need for investment in the sector and the implementation of Dame Carol Black's recommendations.
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Latest Drug-related Deaths Figures: A Societal Crisis
Drug-related deaths have risen for the eighth year in a row according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
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Online programme provides round the clock addiction recovery support for NHS APA members
NHS Addictions Provider Alliance members have commissioned a technology initiative to boost levels of support for its service users.
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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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Five ways to keep your #NewHappyHour on track
Here are our tips on keeping your #NewHappyHour on track.
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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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Dr Ed Day’s optimism for the future of Recovery Systems
Dr Ed Day addresses the importance of building a partnership between professionals and people with lived experience in overcoming addiction.
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The problem in dual diagnosis
We need to look at why individuals living with an addiction and a co-existing mental health disorder easily slip through the system.
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Find A New Happy Hour: Manage Your Drinking Habits and Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
Many of us use alcohol as a short term strategy to improve our mood. Here are four ways you can boost your mental health without drinking.
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Record rise in drug deaths in England & Wales highlights urgency to review funding
The number of drug-related deaths has reached a record-high in England and Wales, as drug treatment services funding continues to decrease.
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