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MPFT backs call to pilot new Overdose Prevention Centres nationally.

Our member, Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) has joined a national campaign for the piloting of Overdose Prevention Centres.

FASD Behaviour Change Campaign #drymester

The effectiveness of a digital marketing campaign in reducing FASD, an article by APA Member Róisín Reynolds.

How a joined-up approach can transform outcomes for service users in NHS services.

Relationships, collaboration, and engagement are central to effective integrated care services, ensuring that patients living with...

Online programme provides round the clock addiction recovery support for NHS APA members

NHS Addictions Provider Alliance members have commissioned a technology initiative to boost levels of support for its service users.

Stockport Pathfinder uses data to make inroads on best practice for Hep C U Later programme

Work undertaken by the Pathfinder Stockport at the Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust drives forward best practice for Hep C Later programme.

Designing a family support service within a wider treatment service

1 in 3 claim that they have been impacted by the substance misuse of a family member.

Take 20 to Talk about Mental Health this #WorldMentalHealthDay

NHS APA members, Inclusion, use in-house mental health expertise to support staff during Covid-19 pandemic.

How the Covid-19 pandemic is fast-tracking the move to digital platforms within addiction services

Social distancing measures mean that digital technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the delivery of treatment.

Smoking Cessation Support in Manchester’s homeless hotels during COVID-19

GMHSCP’s smoking cessation programme provides support to the city's homeless population to reduce infection risk during Covid-19.

Volunteering flourishes for Inclusion Recovery Communities

NHS APA member, Inclusion, sees volunteer engagement soar across Hampshire and Isle of Wight.

Reducing The Spread of Blood Borne Viruses During Covid-19

As part of an innovative initiative during lockdown, staff are utilising a mobile outreach van to deliver needle exchange to service users.

Moving To A Digital Service During Lockdown - What Have We Learned?

"I can guarantee that we are now seeing people that we’ve never seen before, because of this new digital offer."

Delivering OST During The COVID-19 Crisis: How to set up a Programme in Your Area

Jon Shorrock and Will Haydock provide advice on setting up a programme in your area.

Innovative Programme Ensures Service Users Receive OST Prescriptions During Pandemic

Innovative partnership work during the pandemic is a remarkable example of collaboration between service users, carers and organisations.

Inspiring Change: Greater Manchester’s Alcohol Exposed Pregnancy Programme

Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership have launched an ambitious new programme to prevent children being harmed by alcohol