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Watch on Demand: Hep C U Later at the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this on-demand video, we are joined by Hep C U Later Elimination Coordinator for the NHS Addiction Provider Alliance, Louise Hansford.

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Watch on Demand: Session 7 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this session, we are joined by speakers from the Citywide Drugs Crisis Campaign an alliance responding to Ireland's drugs crisis.

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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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Watch on Demand: Session 6 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this session, we are joined by the team from GMMH Homeless Team to discuss stigma.

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New Chair of the NHS Inpatient Network (IPN): Cathy Lovatt

Cathy Lovatt has recently been appointed as the new Chair of the NHS Inpatient Network (IPN), taking over from Jon Shorrock.

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Watch on Demand: Session 5 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

Gord Garner, Vice President of CAPSA Canada presents at this year's conference.

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Watch on Demand: Session 4 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

A session from representatives of the Inpatient Network: Chair Cathy Lovatt, Dr Derrett Watts, Dr Annie McCloud, Mark Holmes & Stuart Green.

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Watch on Demand: Session 3 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this session, we are joined by members of the Addictions Service User Research Group (SURG): Mel Getty, Paul Lennon, and Jo Neale.

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Watch on Demand: Session 2 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this session, we were joined by Sohan Sohata, Managing Director & Co-founder of BAC-IN CIC, and Chair of the NHS APA, Danny Hames.

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Watch on Demand: Session 1 of the NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021

In this session, we are joined by our Keynote Speaker, Professor Dame Carol Black, followed by a live panel Q&A.

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NHS APA Conference 2021: Download the session slides!

The session slides from the NHS APA Conference 2021 are now available to view and download.

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NHS APA Virtual Conference 2021: Programme Now Available!

We are delighted to announce that the programme for the NHS APA Conference 2021 is now available to download.

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A Joint Statement for Collective Action Published by DDN Magazine

The NHS APA stand with our fellow organisations in the sector with an urgent mission for political action and improvement in the sector.

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Overdose Awareness Day 2021: Help End Overdose

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global campaign that aims to end overdose by eliminating the stigma that surrounds it.

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NHS APA 2021 Virtual Conference Guide for Delegates

Read our guide for delegates to ensure your day runs smoothly and get the most out of our second virtual conference.

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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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Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Launch Programme to Test, Treat and Cure Hep C

Our member, Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) have announced the launch of a programme to help tackle Hep C.

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World Hepatitis Day: Hep Can’t Wait!

Every year, the World Hepatitis Day campaign raises awareness of hepatitis. This year's theme is 'Hep Can't Wait!'.

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BMJ Editorial by Dr Emily Finch: Drug treatment services are broken, says review

NHS APA Vice Chair Dr Emily Finch’s recent editorial discusses the key takeaways from Dame Carol Black’s landmark phase 2 report.

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Dame Carol Black's Independent Review of Drugs - Part Two Report is Welcomed by the NHS APA

The NHS APA supports the much-anticipated second part of the independent report focusing on drug treatment, prevention, and recovery.