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Bookmark or Share- Opioid overdose - World Health Organization (WHO)Their non-medical use, prolonged use, misuse and use without medical supervision can lead to opioid dependence and other health problems. Due to their pharmacological effects, opioids can cause breathing difficulties, and opioid overdose can lead to death. Worldwide, in 2019 about 600 000 deaths were attributable to drug use.
- Alcohol - World Health Organization (WHO)In 2019, alcohol use was responsible for 6.7% of all deaths among men and 2.4% of all deaths among women. WHO response. The Global alcohol action plan 2022–2030, endorsed by WHO Member States, aims to reduce the harmful use of alcohol through effective, evidence-based strategies at national, regional and global levels.
- Promoting rational use of medicines - World Health Organization (WHO)Rational use of medicines requires that "patients receive medications appropriate to their clinical needs, in doses that meet their own individual requirements, for an adequate period of time, and at the lowest cost to them and their community.A major global problemIrrational use of medicines is a major problem worldwide. WHO estimates that more than half of all medicines are prescribed ...
- Drugs (psychoactive) - World Health Organization (WHO)The use of psychoactive drugs without medical supervision is associated with significant health risks and can lead to the development of drug use disorders. Drug use disorders, particularly when untreated, increase morbidity and mortality risks for individuals, can trigger substantial suffering and lead to impairment in personal, family, social ...
- Improving prevention and treatment for drug use disordersThe use of psychoactive drugs and psychotropic substances without medical supervision is associated with significant health risks and can lead to the development of drug use disorders. Untreated drug use disorders increase risks of morbidity and mortality for individuals, trigger substantial costs to society including lost productivity, increased health care expenditure, and costs related to ...
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