Public Health

The organised efforts of governments, health systems, and communities to prevent substance-related harms, promote wellbeing, and improve population health outcomes. A public health approach focuses on prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery support, and harm reduction, while also addressing the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence substance use. It relies on surveillance data, evidence-based interventions, policies, and cross-sector collaboration to reduce the overall burden of substance use disorders and promote healthier communities. 

Nordic Youth Research Symposium (NYRIS) 14

 - 
Aarhus
, 
Denmark

The lives of young people are still fundamentally precarious. Unemployment rates are still high; mental health problems among young people are still endemic and new forms of marginalization and social exclusion continue to be generated. 

Campus-Based Interventions

 - 
Sherbrooke
, 
Canada

Drinking in excess is a long-standing ritual that many students see as an integral part of the postsecondary experience. It is also a significant public health problem that affects students’ lives, including social, academic, legal and health issues. 

Bombarded by Booze

 - 
Edinburgh
, 
United Kingdom

Description: This presentation highlights innovative New Zealand research with children using wearable cameras and GPS devices to capture the extent and nature of their exposure to alcohol marketing.

Presenter: Professor Louise Signal, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand

When: Thursday 31st January, 11-12

Intention to Reduce Drinking Alcohol and Preferred Sources of Support

Scientific article
 - 
Although rates vary from country to country, harmful alcohol use can be considered a global public health concern. The Global Drug Survey (GDS) is the world's largest annual survey of substance use. A recent study, published in the Journal...

Webinar: Investing in Prevention: Standards and Innovation in Economic Evaluation

 - 
Webinar

Advocates of prevention have long touted its value, but researchers’ success in quantifying the economic benefits of preventive interventions have often been limited by fragmented methods and practice. 

A number of efforts by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Academies, federal agencies, and foundations over the last decade have led to improvements in these methods. 

Chemsex: More than just Sex & Drugs

Guide
 - 
Supporting a friend, partner, or family member affected by problematic alcohol or drug use can be difficult. Adfam has released a new resource to inform and providing advice on how to look after your wellbeing and as well as that of your...