Treatment

Applying interventions designed to reduce and manage the symptoms of substance use disorders. 

Improving alcohol management in primary health care in Mexico

Scientific article
Abstract Introduction Alcohol screening, brief advice and referral to treatment (SBIRT) in primary health care is an effective strategy to decrease alcohol consumption at population level. However, there is relatively scarce evidence...

UK Drug Strategy

Scientific article
The International Journal of Drug Policy has published a special collection of articles focusing on UK drug strategy. The collection includes: Introduction to special section on UK drug strategy Words matter: A commentary on the new UK drug...

Cannabis: Reading List

Reading List
Of all illicit substances, cannabis stands out as the most extensively cultivated, trafficked, and misused. It has significant effects on the human body and mind, altering sensory perceptions, mood, cognitive abilities, motor coordination...

Improving Outcomes in the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (IOTOD) Conference

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Online

The 21st IOTOD live virtual conference is back for 2023, with an exciting 2-day educational agenda including interactive seminars, thought-provoking talks, satellite symposia, and expert-led panel discussions.

Who should attend?

Ideal for primary and secondary care clinicians looking to improve their confidence in managing opioid dependence, as well as those with an interest in the field.

12th IAS Conference on HIV science - IAS 2023

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Brisbane

The 12th IAS Conference on HIV Science, will take place in Brisbane, Australia, and virtually from 23 to 26 July 2023. IAS 2023, being held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, will shine a spotlight on the world’s advances in HIV research.