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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2021 to 2022.

Among the figures released in the Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2021-2022 Report on Thursday, there were some encouraging trends such as a small (4.8%) increase in adults who are in contact with treatment services (289,215 compared with 275,896 in the previous year). This is the highest number in 7 years. Additionally, almost half (49%) of people who exited treatment completed it successfully and were free from dependence. This is similar to the previous year (

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Drug-related deaths 2021: The time to act is now.

The drug-related deaths recorded in 2021 have increased by 6.2% since 2020, making this the highest number since comparable records began.

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#StigmaKills: Free Downloadable Campaign Resources

So that you can spread the message of #StigmaKills, we have created a host of assets available for you to download to show your support.

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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2020 to 2021: Response from the NHS APA

The past year saw a 27% increase in the number of deaths of adults in contact with drug and alcohol treatment services. Read our response.

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2021 Spending Review: The NHS APA calls for a renewed focus and investment in the addictions sector.

The spending review further highlights the need for investment in the sector and the implementation of Dame Carol Black's recommendations.

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Latest Drug-related Deaths Figures: A Societal Crisis

Drug-related deaths have risen for the eighth year in a row according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

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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.

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No light at the end of the bottle...

The latest ONS alcohol mortality statistics paint a grim outlook, but why have we ended up in this situation & what can be done?

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Five ways to keep your #NewHappyHour on track

Here are our tips on keeping your #NewHappyHour on track.

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£80 million for drug treatment services

The Government has announced that drug treatment services in England are to receive an extra £80 million.

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Dr Ed Day’s optimism for the future of Recovery Systems

Dr Ed Day addresses the importance of building a partnership between professionals and people with lived experience in overcoming addiction.

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The problem in dual diagnosis

We need to look at why individuals living with an addiction and a co-existing mental health disorder easily slip through the system.

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Find A New Happy Hour: Manage Your Drinking Habits and Improve Your Mental Wellbeing

Many of us use alcohol as a short term strategy to improve our mood. Here are four ways you can boost your mental health without drinking.

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Record rise in drug deaths in England & Wales highlights urgency to review funding

The number of drug-related deaths has reached a record-high in England and Wales, as drug treatment services funding continues to decrease.

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NHS APA response to the announcement of the National Institute for Health Protection

"In whatever form this takes, we would advocate for the maintenance of this specialist expertise in service of addictions..."

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NHS APA's #NewHappyHour campaign supports sensible alcohol consumption during the pandemic

The NHS APA #NewHappyHour campaign has been shared nationally, providing tips and advice for people managing their alcohol intake during the

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Find a New Happy Hour: Downloadable Campaign Resources

If you would like to show your support for our Find A New Happy Hour campaign, please download and share these resources.

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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.