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Three Barriers Keeping Ugandan Youth from Getting Help for Substance Use

I don’t belong here.” That’s how one young adult in Lango, Uganda, described being admitted for substance use treatment. A new study in Frontiers in Public Health reveals why so many young people in sub-Saharan Africa never seek or complete care for substance use disorders (SUDs). 1. Substance use starts early—and feels “normal.” In many […]

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Mental health

How Trauma-Informed Care Can Transform Homeless Services

On a cold Ottawa morning, a peer support worker named Jen sits across from a man at a drop-in center. He’s wary—one eye on the door, one hand on his coffee. She doesn’t start with a checklist or clipboard. She starts with a question: “How are you sleeping?” It’s not small talk. It’s a lifeline. […]

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Wellbeing

What This Study Reveals About TB Stigma in India

Last year, India recorded nearly 3 million cases of tuberculosis (TB) and over 340,000 deaths. But beyond the biology of infection lies another challenge—one that rarely makes it into program reports or media headlines. TB stigma continues to derail care, deepen inequities, and cost lives. A new narrative review published in PLOS Global Public Health […]

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Mental health

What If We Could Predict the Perfect Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder?

Imagine a future where every person struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) could be matched with the treatment most likely to work for them—saving lives, reducing relapses, and offering hope to thousands of families. Achieving this vision has long been a challenge for clinicians, but researchers behind a groundbreaking study at the U, Columbia, and […]

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Mental health

The Lifesaving Treatments for Opioid Use Disorder Revealed

Opioid use disorder (OUD) continues to plague our society, with overdose deaths reaching staggering numbers. In 2023 alone, over 74,000 people died from opioid overdoses in the United States. Despite this, many who struggle with OUD do not receive the most effective treatments available. A recent study sheds light on which treatment pathways truly make […]

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Global

Kratom: A Hidden Risk in Plain Sight?

Kratom, a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia, has been used for centuries for its stimulant and opioid-like properties. It’s gaining popularity in the West, raising concerns about its potential for addiction and health risks. Understanding kratom’s effects, dangers, and the need for informed healthcare practices is crucial in today’s world. What is Kratom? Kratom […]

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Research

Enhancing Treatment Accessibility for Problematic Alcohol Use: Same Old Story

Alcohol use is a leading cause of global disease and disability, yet many who need treatment for problematic alcohol use (PAU) don’t seek it. The reasons are complex, and understanding the barriers and facilitators to treatment is crucial. The recent scoping review titled “Service-level barriers to and facilitators of accessibility to treatment for problematic alcohol […]

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Research

New Horizons in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a complex and devastating condition, impacting not only individual lives but also public health systems globally. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the heart of the matter, drawing insights from the enlightening article Opioid use disorder: current trends and potential treatments This analysis aims to equip public health practitioners […]

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