Freshers Week guidance: Ketamine is not a “safe” drug
Experts issue urgent Freshers Week guidance for students: Ketamine is not a “safe” drug Consultant Psychiatrists at Priory have warned…
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The UK’s five most dangerous drugs
New research has revealed the five most dangerous drugs that cause the highest rate of fatalities in the UK, with…
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm
Innovative research to prevent medication related harm: A University of Queensland research collaboration will look at reducing the risk of…
The UK’s most dangerous drugs, according to new study
New research has revealed the five drugs that cause the highest rate of fatalities in the UK, with cocaine taking…
New research funding to tackle gambling and addiction
Gambling has been included in the new Addictions Policy Research Unit, following recommendations made by experts at the University of…
Cancer rates doubles for homelessness
Cancer is twice as likely to affect people experiencing homelessness (PEH) as members of the housed population. The disease is…
Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction
Drinking in the sun: Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction, as social habits escalate into problem drinking, according to experts.…
Cost-of-living crisis to blame for rise in alcohol dependence
Alcohol Awareness Week takes place from 3-9 July 2023 and presents an opportunity for those who drink alcohol to take…
Study reveals health implications of the nation’s digital addiction
Study reveals health implications of the nation's digital addiction: Anxiety, insomnia, eye problems and headaches are just some of the…
Effects of heavy drinking in young adult brains
Effects of heavy drinking in young adult brains: Cortical thinning is associated with altered neurotransmission in young adults with a…