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Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales: 2024 registrations: NHS APA Statement
The latest drug-related deaths statistics for England and Wales show – once again – a concerning rise in overall mortality and regional disparities in harms. A record 5,565 deaths related to drug poisoning were registered in 2024—the highest annual total since records began in 1993. Mortality rates have been climbing every year since 2012.  As in previous years, opioids are responsible for a considerable and rising share of fatalities, emphasising the need for urgent targete
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Introducing the NHS APA Strategy 2024-2026: Shaping the Future Together
We’re excited to share the NHS Addictions Provider Alliance’s (APA) new strategy for 2024-2026, setting out our shared mission, values,...
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Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales: 2023 registrations: NHS APA Statement
5,448 drug-related deaths were registered in 2023, the highest number since records began. The ONS published its annual report on drug...
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Deaths related to alcohol poisoning in England and Wales: 2022 registrations: NHS APA Statement
10,048 deaths from alcohol-specific causes were registered in the UK in 2022, the highest number on record.
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Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales: 2022 registrations: NHS APA Statement
4,907 drug-related deaths were registered in 2022, the highest number since records began. The ONS published its annual report on drug...
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Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2022-2023
The Adult Substance Misuse Treatment Statistics 2022-2023 Report released on Thursday, showed a slight uptick in adults engaging with...
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New Policy & Development Manager: Peter Keeling
We're delighted to announce that Peter Keeling has recently been appointed in the new and exciting role of our Policy & Development Manager.
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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...
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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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