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EU-Indonesia Workshop on Drug Rehabilitation

This workshop takes place in Jakarta on the 28 January.
Jakarta, Indonesia
Meeting
Publications

Evidence database of the Best practice portal

15.09.2019
This database presents the latest evidence on drug-related interventions. The information is based on systematic searches is updated twice a year. Topics covered include harm reduction, social reintegration, treatment, prevention as well...
Events

Emerging drug trends and drug testing working group meeting

This meeting ir organised by the National Social Inclusion Office, Ireland. It aims to respond to emerging trends and is in line with the Irish National Drug Strategy ‘Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery...
Dublin, Ireland
Meeting
Leaflet for drug users
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HCV promotional material example: Hepatitis? HIV? Ein Test schafft Klarheit! - Kurzinfos für Drogengebraucher

01.04.2015
The leaflet covers information about hepatitis and HIV testing. It explains the interpretation of the results and provides information on the benefits of testing. It is a brief information for drug users.
Leaflet for drug users
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HCV promotional material example: Löffel, Filter, Wasser: Konsumutensilien und Hepatitis B/C - Kurzinfos für Drogengebraucher

01.01.2016
The leaflet covers information about hepatitis C, B and HIV, and related infection risks. It is a brief information for drug users. It was produced based on the outcomes from the DRUCK...
Last updated : 14.11.2019
Rating: Unknown effectiveness

A systematic review (Wilson et al 2019) found no evidence to support an association between prescription monitoring programmes (PMPs) and:

  • reduced opioid prescribing and dispensing;
  • reduced non-medical prescription opioid use.

There were limited but inconsistent evidence supporting an association between PMPs and reduced Scedule II opioid prescribing and dispensing and reduced multiple provider use. Further studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of PMPs.

Name of response option

  • prescription monitoring programmes

Desired outcome(s)

  • reduce substance use

Area(s)

  • Prevention

Specific substance or pattern of use

opioids

Target group(s) or setting(s)

communities,
dual-diagnosis patients,
emergency department,
ethnic minority,
families,
law enforcement,
pregnant women,
PWID – people who inject drugs,
school,
women,
prison,
young people,
partygoers/nightlife

References

Wilson, M. N., J. A. Hayden, E. Rhodes, A. Robinson and M. Asbridge (2019). "Effectiveness of Prescription Monitoring Programs in Reducing Opioid Prescribing, Dispensing, and Use Outcomes: A Systematic Review." The Journal of Pain.
Events

12th European Public Health Conference

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The European Public Health Conference Foundation, the European Public Health Association (EUPHA) and the Société Française de Santé Publique (sfsp) are the organisers of the 12th European Public Health Conference. The EMCDDA...
Marseille, France
Conference
Events

European Masters in Drug and Alcohol Studies (EMDAS) meeting and graduation ceremony

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A group of students graduating from the European Masters in Drug and Alcohol Studies (EMDAS), will receive their diplomas at a ceremony at the EMCDDA. EMDAS is a project initially funded through...
Lisbon, Portugal
Ceremony
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Training seminar ‘Responding to Drug-related Challenges for Refugees, Migrants and IDPS’

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This capacity building seminar will provide attendees with transcultural/intercultural competencies and provide a platform for exchanging ideas and identifying useful tools to aid screening. The event targets experts and professionals working within...
Athens, Greece
Training
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Statistical Bulletin 2019 — health and social responses

05.06.2019
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