Global Health Perspectives

International efforts and policies to address substance use and its related adverse effects. 

The Drug Crisis Part 2: Where Do We Go?

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The drug crisis is one of Canada’s most pressing issues and is impacting communities from coast to coast to coast. Ever wonder how it became a crisis or what can be done about it? Join us for a two-part webinar to explore and learn, featuring Dr. Alexander Caudarella, CEO of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.

Time: 5PM UK Time

 

The Drug Crisis Part 1 — How Did We Get Here?

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Online

The drug crisis is one of Canada’s most pressing issues and is impacting communities from coast to coast to coast. Ever wonder how it became a crisis or what can be done about it? Join us for a two-part webinar to explore and learn, featuring Dr. Alexander Caudarella, CEO of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction.

Time: 5PM UK Time

Silent Struggles: Substance Use Among Africa's Underserved Populations

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This webinar will explore the complex intersection of substance use and social vulnerability. Systemic, environmental, and individual risk factors will be presented together with culturally competend prevention, treatment, and recovery strategies.

Time: August 18, 2025 @ 8:00AM EST

Presenters:

Sr Immaculate Muthoni, Legal Officer, Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Addictions in Potential Sperm Donors: What is Possible to Control?

Scientific article
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INTRODUCTION: Third-party sperm donation represents the sole viable option for conception for a considerable number of infertile couples. The donation process is predicated on ensuring the high quality and safety of the donated cells. While...

Webinar reflection: Exploring Multiple Pathways of Recovery

Community update
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ISSUP, in collaboration with Faces & Voices of Recovery, has launched a new Global Recovery Network webinar series to spotlight diverse perspectives on recovery. The first webinar featured Dr. Haner Hernández, a respected expert in the...
Title slide for PowerPoint presentation titled Exploring Pathways of Recovery by Dr Haner Hernández.

The Global Trend of Stimulant Use

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Stimulant use is evolving rapidly with changes in drug markets and new patterns of production and trafficking. This webinar will explore the latest global trends in the use of stimulants and provide a primer for their health and social consequences.

Time: June 17, 2025 @ 8:00AM US EST

Speakers:

Nursing and the Sustainable Development Goals: A Scoping Review

Scientific article
Purpose: In 2015, all UN member states adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to promote global economic, social, and environmental progress. This scoping review explores how the nursing profession is connected to the SDGs and...