Tuesday 16 December 2008
The misuse of pharmaceutical drugs is gaining increasing attention worldwide. This latest suite of resources outlines some prevention and early intervention strategies that may be used to address pharmaceutical drug misuse.
Wednesday 26 November 2008
In March 2008, a new federal initiative to tackle the issue of binge drinking was launched. The National Binge Drinking Strategy aims to address the causes and harms associated with alcohol misuse among young Australians through three key strategies.
Monday 17 November 2008
The Australian Drug Foundation (ADF, www.adf.org.au) is currently looking for enthusiastic, competent and reliable people to fill a number of full-time, part-time and casual positions in Victoria and Queensland. Find out more and download position descriptions below.
Wednesday 29 October 2008
Schoolies week is a time of release and celebration for graduating Year 12 students in Australia. It can be a liberating but also a risky time, particularly in the context of exposure to alcohol and other drugs. Preparation and planning by students and their families can help them have a safer and more enjoyable time.
Wednesday 15 October 2008
Across Australian states and territories, different approaches to licensing regulations and other controls exist to promote safety and reduce alcohol-related harms. They range from legislation and policy to local initiatives and trials.
Thursday 18 September 2008
This free interactive seminar and forum will discuss some of the key principles identified as good strategies for methamphetamine prevention. It will also present examples of strategies and programs from government, a treatment service and a peer education organisation. The seminar also aims to provide opportunities to discuss the issues arising from the DrugInfo newsletter and Prevention Research Quarterly—"Prevention and early intervention of amphetamine-related harm".
Tuesday 9 September 2008
The use of amphetamine in Australia is of increasing concern to the community. In 2007, 6.3 per cent of Australians aged 14 years and older had tried amphetamine at least once. For the 20–29 year age group the figure was 16 per cent (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare 2008). The harms and risks associated with amphetamine use are extensive and include both chronic and acute problems. This suite of DrugInfo Clearinghouse resources on amphetamine looks at local and national programs, research into primary, secondary and tertiary interventions, and provides a range of fact sheets that are aimed at young people, families, employers and workers.
Thursday 28 August 2008
Safer Sex (www.safersex.com.au) is a collaboration between the Australian Drug Foundation (ADF) and the Youth Substance Abuse Service (YSAS). Through the website and using Short Messaging Services (SMS) or text messaging, Safer Sex aims to empower young people to attain and maintain the highest possible standard of sexual health.
Tuesday 22 July 2008
The DrugInfo Clearinghouse InfoDesk regularly receives queries from both employers and employees about alcohol and other drugs in the workplace. Many of these queries include requests for information about developing an alcohol and other drug policy for the workplace and how workplaces can support their employees. This email alert lists a small selection of the many websites that can provide people with a starting place to answers these and many other related questions.
Tuesday 8 July 2008
Alcohol has been in the spotlight over the last couple of months. Some of the recent announcements are outlined below, just in case you have missed any of them.
Wednesday 20 February 2008
This year International Women's Day is being held on Saturday 8 March 2008. There will be a number of events and seminars held across the world to celebrate and raise community awareness. This includes raising awareness of issues around women's health. This email alert provide links to some of the many women's health and information organisations and services across Australia.
Wednesday 23 January 2008
This email alert lists links to information about workforce development and sites that provide information about some of the many alcohol and other drug-related courses, training and workforce development opportunities across Australia.
Email alerts released before 2008.