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Needle and Syringe Programs (NSP)
<p> An Overview of Development & Morphing of This ‘Harm Reduction’ Mechanism. Research Reports 2019 https://www.dalgarnoinstitute.org.au/resources/research-reports.html Dalgarno Policy Position List on top of https://www.dalgarnoinstitute.org.au/advocacy/dalgarno-aod-policy.html No Brainer on Listing of Info PDF Files https://www.nobrainer.org.au/index.php/teacher-tools/drug-info-sheets</p>
HC and CBD during early pregnancy might cause alcohol-like fetal defects
<p> The research suggests that there is no safe period to consume marijuana during pregnancy. Scientists have shown in a new study that one-time exposure during early pregnancy to cannabinoids (CBs) like THC or CBD can trigger growth abnormalities in the developing embryo. This was the first time that such a connection has been highlighted… <a href="https://drugadvisorycouncilaustralia.org.au/hc-and-cbd-during-early-pregnancy-might-cause-alcohol-like-fetal-d
EVIDENCE ON THE DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY OF Cannabis (Marijuana) Smoke and Δ9-THC
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How Marijuana Use Can Increase Your Risk for an Alcohol Overdose
<p>How Marijuana Use Can Increase Your Risk for an Alcohol Overdose A new study found that when people use alcohol and drugs together, their risk for an alcohol overdose increases. The study looked at 660 patients who had experienced alcohol poisoning, passing out, or blacking out events, and found only 20 percent had been using… <a href="https://drugadvisorycouncilaustralia.org.au/how-marijuana-use-can-increase-your-risk-for-an-alcohol-overdose/" rel="bookmark">R
Cannabinoids for Psychiatric Disorders? Evidence of Effectiveness is Lacking, Report Concludes
<p>Cannabinoids for Psychiatric Disorders? Evidence of Effectiveness is Lacking, Report Concludes There is little evidence that the use of cannabinoids can improve symptoms of anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosis, or Tourette syndrome, according to a report in Lancet Psychiatry. “Cannabinoids are often advocated as a treatment for various mental disorders,” wrote Nicola… <a hr
What is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome?
<p> Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that sometimes develops due to the use of marijuana. The syndrome causes repeated and severe vomiting and nausea. It is important for people with CHS to stop using marijuana because this will resolve their nausea and vomiting. Preventing dehydration and stopping nausea and vomiting are the treatment goals during… <a href="https://drugadvisorycouncilaustralia.org.au/what-is-cannabinoid-hyperemesis-synd
Marijuana User Groups Should not be Dictating Drug Policy.
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Pill Testing – Harm Reduction or Drug Use Normalisation? Careful Investigation Required.
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Pill Testing – Permission, not Prohibition Continuing to Put Lives at Risk!
<p>DACAMediaReleasePillTesting July2019</p>
Ice Pipe Ban - What is the noise really all about?
<p>DACAIce Pipe Ban – What is the Noise Really all AboutOct2019</p>
Latest Vaping Information Sheet
<p>https://www.dalgarnoinstitute.org.au/images/resources/pdf/druginfo/sheets/Vaping-Info-Sheet-11-10-19.pdf</p>
