The federal government is funding research into using psychedelics to treat mental illness. So, do they work?
The federal government has announced it will pour millions of dollars into clinical trials using psychedelics like magic mushrooms and MDMA to see if they... Read More
Opioid agonist treatment could substantially reduce drug related deaths if used more widely
New evidence that opioid agonists such as methadone and buprenorphine could substantially reduce drug related deaths if more widely used in the community and prison,... Read More
Cocaine use and hospitalisations on the rise
A new report reveals an increase in cocaine availability, prevalence of use and related hospitalisations in Australia. Read more: https://www.hospitalhealth.com.au/content/aged-allied-health/news/cocaine-use-and-hospitalisations-on-the-rise-745182642#axzz6o5DUZhKD Photo by Macau Photo Agency... Read More
AIVL chief executive Melanie Walker on drug decriminalisation and treatment access
ACT Labor MLA Michael Pettersson has yet again set his sights on reforming the Canberra community. This time it’s in the form of just introduced... Read More
Alcohol support services stretched, as Tasmanians spend record amount on booze during COVID pandemic
New data has revealed Tasmanians are spending more on alcohol than ever before, and support services are already feeling the effects. In March last year... Read More
Advocates say ACT plan to decriminalise illicit drugs will help community but deep concerns remain
Chris Gough lived in the grip of heroin dependence for close to a decade. At 42, he still needs methadone but has turned his life... Read More
Rural GPs sought for alcohol and drug training
Rural areas have long struggled disproportionately with drug and alcohol issues with residents seeking treatment at higher rates than those in major cities – and travel... Read More
Call to delay controversial SA youth drug program
A group of drug, mental health, human rights and child protection experts have called on the State Government to delay trialling a contentious drug treatment... Read More
What has changed in the year since cannabis possession was legalised in the ACT?
Dire warnings of legal loopholes, a mental health crisis and drug driving fears accompanied the legalisation of cannabis in the ACT last year. But one... Read More
Australia’s doctors to examine addiction in wake of COVID-19 pandemic at IMiA21 conference
GPs from across Australia and the world will come together in February to look at addiction amidst the COVID-19 pandemic at the International Medicine in... Read More