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- Mié, 17/07/2024 - 09:10
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Online
Learn about global drug trends from the authors of the World Drug Report 2024!
UNODC experts will present the World Drug Report 2024, giving an overview of the latest developments and diving into the most up-to-date global data. In the...
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(ISSUP staff) - Lun, 01/07/2024 - 10:28
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Report
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UNODC
A global reference on drug markets, trends and policy developments, the World Drug Report offers a wealth of data and analysis and in 2024 comprises several elements tailored to different audiences.
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- Mar, 26/03/2024 - 17:36
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Reading List
Stimulants are a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, increasing alertness, energy, and attention while elevating mood. They achieve these effects by enhancing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.
Many stimulant-related hazards are linked to intensive, high-dose, or long-term usage. The mode of administration plays a significant moderating role; injecting stimulants and smoking crack cocaine or methamphetamine have been specifically associated with more problematic use behaviours. Even people who use stimulants sporadically or...
Our harm reduction project proposal for our county tanariver but currently we don't have donors to support us .we are looking for donors to support our establishment of medically assisted therapy clinic and detoxification drugs
I am lukman shekuwe athman registered psychiatric nurse practitioner specialist in drugs and substances management and harm reduction advocacy member in tanariver county.i work in hola county mental clinic where I see drugs and substances used disorders patient where I treat them co morbid mental...
Join us for the launch of the ISSUP Kenya Code of Ethics!
In attendance would be the CEO C&P Board and ISSUP Kenya founding member Dr Matilda Mghoi accompanied by the former ISSUP Kenya trustee Dr Richard Gakunju (Former Chair GCCC and Clinical Director, MASAA).
The Code of Ethics will be presented by Catherine Mwati, the Ethics & Disciplinary sub-committee chair. It will be moderated by Albert Muraya.
Continuous Professional Development points to be earned by attendees. The event would be held on 22nd March 2024 at 5-6pm.
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(ISSUP staff) - Mié, 28/02/2024 - 15:02
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News
In a world where substance use continues to pose a significant threat to health and well-being, Kenya is taking a bold stand. Kenya hosted the first National Prevention Week 2024 culminating in the National Substance Use Prevention Summit 2024.
This was not just an event but a powerful statement of intent that drug use prevention works. Under the theme, “Our Families, Our Schools. Our Workplaces. Our Community: A Sustainable Future for Humanity”, this inaugural initiative was a rallying call for action, education, and unity in the campaign against substance use and abuse in Kenya. It was an...
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(ISSUP staff) - Mié, 21/02/2024 - 14:46
En esta edición del Boletín de ISSUP le traemos actualizaciones sobre las subvenciones del Plan Colombo, una selección de empleos, próximos eventos y un informe de la Semana Nacional de Prevención del Uso de Sustancias en Kenia.
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(ISSUP staff) - Mié, 14/02/2024 - 10:55
ISSUP KENYA interacted with more than 50 officers representing ministries, counties, departments, and agencies (MCDAs) at the Kenya School of Government in Embu. The Essential Counselling Skills Training, led by the Counselling Department within the Ministry of Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management, focuses on developing Workplace Mental Health Champions for the public sector.
Participants were introduced to ISSUP and received guidance on the significance of becoming members of this professional association. In discussions with Grace Wanjiku, Secretary Counselling, and GCCC...
A principios de noviembre, ISSUP e ISSUP Kenia asistieron al 25º Congreso Anual de la Sociedad Internacional de Medicina de Adicciones (ISAM) en Marrakech, Marruecos.
El tema del Congreso ISAM 2023 fue "Mejorar la atención y la compasión en las adicciones: XXV años de enfoque y perspectivas globales". La Directora de ISSUP Kenia, Dra. Pamela Kaithuru, junto con Brian Morales, Jefe de la División Antinarcóticos de la Oficina de Asuntos Internacionales de Narcóticos y Aplicación de la Ley (INL) y la Directora Adjunta de ISSUP, Livia Edegger , participaron en un panel sobre la importancia de...
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- Lun, 20/11/2023 - 09:35
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Montreal
Canadá
El Programa Internacional del NIDA reunirá a asistentes de todo el mundo para el Foro Internacional del NIDA 2024, que se celebrará del 14 al 17 de junio en Montreal, Canadá.
El simposio de investigación del Foro, la sesión de...
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- Mié, 08/11/2023 - 11:20
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News
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NIDA
Call for Research Poster Abstract Submissions and Travel Award Requests
Submission Deadline: January 14, 2024
Present your international drug use and addiction research during the 2024 NIDA International Forum, which will be held June 14–17, 2024, in Montreal, Canada.
The NIDA International Program invites research poster abstract submissions and travel award applications from researchers around the world. Join for the Forum research symposium, interactive workshops, the poster session, and networking activities.
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(ISSUP staff) - Lun, 06/11/2023 - 17:05
El 26 de octubre de 2023, ISSUP organizó una reunión de Capítulos Nacionales Generales. Esta reunión se llevó a cabo en línea y formó parte de una convocatoria bianual para los Capítulos Nacionales de ISSUP en todo el mundo.
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- Lun, 06/11/2023 - 12:47
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News
We are excited to announce the latest addition to our Professional Development section—a dedicated area called "Prevention Lists." This resource is tailored for those keen on exploring evidence-based prevention programs and accessing information about effective prevention interventions.
Within this section, you will find a curated collection of resources, all of which have been developed by esteemed organisations specialising in the curation and evaluation of prevention practices.
We value the wealth of knowledge and insights within our ISSUP community. Therefore, we invite all our...
