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EMCDDA releases study findings on the impact of COVID-19 on drug markets, use and services in the eastern ENP region

The expansion of contactless drug dealing, the increase in the use of licit drugs and the adaptation of drug treatment protocols during lockdown are among the findings highlighted today in a new...

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COVID-19 disruption and a strong drug market bring new threats to health and security in Europe

High availability across all drug types, drug production within Europe and highly potent substances are among the concerns addressed today by the EU drugs agency (EMCDDA) in its European Drug Report 2020...

Launch of the 2020 European Drug Report: presentation by EMCDDA Director Alexis Goosdeel

Speech by Alexis Goosdeel: European Drug Report 2020: Trends and Developments — Key findings

Occasion: Virtual event, European Drug Report 2020: Trends and Developments — Key findings Introduction Good morning, It is my pleasure to present to you the new report on the drug situation in...

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Save the date: European Drug Report 2020 to be released on 22 September

How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting drug use, supply and services? What are the health costs of drug use in Europe today? What do the latest data tell us about drug production...

Facts and myths about overdose and take-home naloxone — EMCDDA publishes new resources

Over the past five years, more than 40 000 people have died of a drug-related overdose in the European Union and the UK; around 80% of these being linked to the use...

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World Hepatitis Day: EMCDDA showcases hepatitis questionnaire for drug service staff to refresh knowledge and identify training needs

Every year, on 28 July, the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners mark World Hepatitis Day to increase awareness and understanding of viral hepatitis and the diseases it causes. It is estimated...

Stronger together: EU agencies join forces to respond to COVID-19

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the nine JHA agencies (CEPOL, EASO, EIGE, EMCDDA, eu-LISA, Eurojust, Europol, FRA and Frontex) have been supporting the EU Member States and institutions in meeting...

EMCDDA welcomes external partners to virtual event on lessons learned from the impact of COVID-19 on the drug situation in Europe

The EMCDDA will be joined by a range of its external partners today in a virtual event following on from International day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking (26 June). The meeting...

EMCDDA and Europol join EU institutions in dialogue on the impact of COVID-19 on the world drug situation

On the occasion of International day against drug abuse and illicit trafficking , the EMCDDA and Europol are joining representatives of the EU institutions today in providing the European perspective on the...

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Speech by Alexis Goosdeel: Closing remarks on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world drug situation — the European perspective

Occasion: Closing remarks on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world drug situation — the European perspective Thank you Chairperson and colleagues, I am pleased to provide some closing remarks...

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EMCDDA Management Board renews mandate of Alexis Goosdeel

The EMCDDA Management Board took the unanimous decision today to renew the mandate of the agency’s Director, Alexis Goosdeel , for the next five years. Mr Goosdeel took up the post of...

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COVID-19: New EMCDDA study highlights decline in stimulant drug use but some rises in the use of cannabis, alcohol and prescription medicines to combat anxiety and depression

A decline in stimulant drug use but some rises in the consumption of cannabis and licit substances are among the findings presented today in a new EMCDDA report The impact of COVID-19...

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A year in review: General Report of Activities 2019 published

New products and services, working in partnership, and support to policy and practice in the fields of health and security are among the features presented in the latest EMCDDA General Report of...

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Impact of COVID-19 on the drug situation in Europe — EMCDDA Director presents findings to European Parliament

Today, EMCDDA Director Alexis Goosdeel presented to the European Parliament the agency’s recent research findings on the impact of COVID-19 on the drug phenomenon in Europe. Speaking via video conference to the...

New report provides window onto EU drug market changes during COVID-19

What effect is COVID-19 having on the largest criminal market in the EU? This question is explored in EU Drug Markets: Impact of COVID-19 , a new report out today from the...

New Zealand: referendum on cannabis legalisation to take place in September 2020

Following an agreement made in 2017 between the ruling coalition parties in New Zealand, it has been announced that a referendum on legalising the recreational use of cannabis will be held together...

Testing for drug-related infectious diseases — a crucial step towards meeting international health goals

Testing for drug-related infectious diseases among people who inject drugs (PWID) is crucial if international health targets are to be met. This is among the conclusions of a new EMCDDA report out...

COVID-19: New EMCDDA study highlights drop in availability of drug services in Europe but increase in innovation

As Europe grapples with the unprecedented public health threat posed by COVID-19, how is the outbreak affecting drug users and service providers? In a new study published today — Impact of COVID-19...

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Increase in darknet market activity for cannabis as users stock up for lockdown

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted on our daily lives, including our behaviour as consumers. Just as we have seen online shopping for other goods increase during lockdowns, will we see a...

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EMCDDA preparedness and response to a fast-moving drugs problem

Revolutionary changes, both in the extent and nature of the drugs problem, and in the world in which we live, have called for constant reflection, innovation and agility to keep pace with...