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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Piloting the "Stigma Kills" Campaign in the North East
We’re pleased to share that our Stigma Kills campaign, launched in 2021, is now being piloted throughout July, August and September...
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An announcement on the NHS APA Virtual Conference
Since 2016, the NHS APA has been proud to host conferences that have created opportunities for people to network, learn and collaborate...
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NHS APA Response to the King’s Speech 2024
On 17 July, King Charles III delivered his second-ever King’s Speech. It marked the 2024 state opening of Parliament. He outlined...
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Alcohol Awareness Week
Alcohol Awareness Week is an annual campaign by Alcohol Change UK, to raise awareness of alcohol consumption in the UK and encourage more...
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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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Watch on Demand: Session 8 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
The closing session of the 2023 conference is presented by Kate Hall and Claire Murdoch CBE, followed by a live Q&A session.
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Watch on Demand: Session 7 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
Session 7 is hosted by Dr Matt Gaskell and James Grimes, discussing 'gambling related stigma is not an accident.2
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Watch on Demand: Session 6 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
In session 6, Jo Huey shares her experience of stigma from a family member's perspective.
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Watch on Demand: Session 5 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
Session 5 is presented by Stuart Green, NHS Service Manager for Aspire.
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Watch on Demand: Session 4 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
Session 4 is hosted by Lucy Rocca, CEO of Soberistas.
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Watch on Demand: Session 3 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
In this session we hear from Adam Holland with his talk on 'A Review of Anti-Stigma Campaigns for People Who Use Drugs'.
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Watch on Demand: Session 2 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
This session was hosted by Dr John Kelly. Watch on demand as he discusses 'Deconstructing Stigma: Addiction, Treatment and Policy'.
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Watch on Demand: Session 1 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023
Welcome to the NHS Addictions Provider Alliance Virtual Conference 2023.
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NHS APA Virtual Conference 2023: Programme Now Available!
We are delighted to announce that the programme for the NHS APA Conference 2023; "Living the Stigma: Understanding Addiction and...
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NHS APA 2023 Virtual Conference Guide for Delegates
After the success of last year’s conference, we’re looking forward to hosting our fourth virtual conference on Tuesday 28th of November...
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#IOAD23 : Recognising those people who go unseen
This year’s theme for International Overdose Awareness Day is ‘Recognising those people who go unseen’.
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Registrations now open: The NHS APA Conference 2023
Learn more about the NHS APA Conference 2023.
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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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Launched today: The Anti-Stigma Network
We are delighted to be a founding member of The Anti-Stigma Network, which was launched today (10th May 2023).
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