Mortality Matters: Addressing Rising Rates of Drug-Related Deaths in the UK

Leeds, United Kingdom,

This one-day conference will take a closer look at the issues surrounding the recent increases in drug related deaths across the UK. Featuring leading cross-sector expertise, the event will also provide an opportunity to discuss solutions to reduce this trend.

Who should attend:

Substance misuse workers, senior managers and decision makers, prison workers, commissioners and other funders, academics and researchers. 

By attending the event, delegates will:

  • Have a comprehensive overview on the prevalence and causes of drug related deaths
  • Understand the role of drug services in ensuring the rate of drug related deaths begins to reduce
  • Hear the latest research from the ACMD and PHE
  • Explore the unique drug policy approach in Portugal, including implementation and outcomes
  • Understand how drug related deaths in prisons is being tackled, and what new trends are emerging in relation to NPSs
  • Hear about a brand new online initiative from PHE capturing drug harms
Event Language

English

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