Public health

The intersection of substance use with broader public health concerns. 

Drug Use Series from the Lancet Journals

Scientific article
 - 
Executive Summary The drug use landscape is dynamic and changing. Changes in public attitudes and laws towards drug use have occurred in an increasing number of countries. Global drug production and consumption are increasing as are the...

Alcohol Use Disorder Series from the Lancet Journals

Scientific article
 - 
Executive Summary Alcohol use disorders are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and of immense importance to all mental health professionals. This new Series puts heavy drinking and alcohol use disorder in clinical and...

Why is Adolescent Drinking Declining?

Scientific article
There has been a notable decline in adolescent drinking in developed nations over the past two decades. Understanding the reasons behind this positive downward trend will help professionals support the continuation of this decline into the...

9th International Workshop on HIV Persistence, Reservoirs and Eradication Strategies Conference

 - 
Miami
, 
United States

The 9th International Workshop on HIV Persistence during Therapy will be held in Miami, from December 10-13, 2019.

This is the only scientific event tackling the topics of HIV Persistence, HIV Reservoirs and HIV Cure that attracts, every 2 years, VIPs and young investigators. Its quality increases at each edition, with more and more fresh data not yet shown elsewhere nor published. 

Implementing the European Action Plan on Alcohol

News
Despite efforts to reduce concerning levels of alcohol consumption in Europe through adopting the WHO European Action Plan on Alcohol (EAPA), the region continues to have the highest prevalence of drinkers, heavy episodic drinking, alcohol...

Dubai Loosens Laws as UAE Alcohol Sales Fall

News
The tourist industry is vital to Dubai. However, recently there has been a widening economic downturn affecting the country. The UAE dominates other countries around the Middle East when it comes to drinking, with per capita alcohol...