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DRINK AND DRUGS NEWS :: Archived features

08.05.06

It's a lottery
Are we delivering effective care for drug users in general practice, the annual RCGP conference asked. Yes, in many cases - but it's still a postcode lottery DDN heard.

Opening doors to inclusion
Government has acknowledged the need for better housing and support services for drug users. But we must make sure that they take an inclusive approach, says Shelter's Steve McKeown.

Fighting for survival
User involvement should not just be about better treatment, but bringing about long-term change, says Dr Michelle Cave. Ben Holtom talks about his struggle to keep a user group going.

Post-its from practice
Drs Chris Ford and Janet Gillespie on the shocking state of Hep C treatment.

Background Briefing
Prof David Clark describes the drug experience of heroin (part 5).

Letters
Responses to recent DDN features.

 

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