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EMCDDA releases new European miniguides on responding to drug use in specific settings
29.03.2022
An important approach to the implementation of health and social responses to drug problems can be to focus interventions on the specific settings where problems may occur.
New phase of EU Central Asian Drug Action Programme (CADAP) celebrated today
The latest phase of the EU-funded Central Asian Drug Action Programme (CADAP 7), is celebrated today in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan). The EMCDDA is participating in the official launch ceremony as one of the EU agencies providing ad hoc support to the programme until 2024 (1).
Hair drug testing — an innovative method for monitoring drug use
28.03.2022
The EMCDDA uses a variety of methods and tools to monitor prevalence and patterns of drug use in the general population in Europe.
Penalties for drug law offences in Europe ‘at a glance’ — new countries added to online tool
24.03.2022
How do countries’ laws deal with offences relating to drug use, possession for personal use or supply?
European Commission adopts measures to control two harmful new drugs amidst health concerns and surge in supply
18.03.2022
Today, the European Commission has adopted measures to control two harmful new psychoactive substances (NPS) across the EU (1). The substances in question —
Latest wastewater data reveal drug-taking habits in 75 European cities in a record 25 countries — increases in detections of most drugs studied
17.03.2022
The 2021 findings from the largest European project in the science of wastewater analysis are revealed today in Wastewater analysis and drugs — a European multi-city study, published by the Europe-wid
EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies’ joint statement on Ukraine
07.03.2022
The EU Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) agencies support the work of the EU institutions and Member States as they help Ukraine and its people now that war once again touches Europe.
EU solidarity with Ukraine
The EU stands united in its solidarity with Ukraine and will continue to support Ukraine and its people through political, financial and humanitarian support. The EU has reacted swiftly and decisively to Russia's aggression and has responded with restrictive measures.
Launch of new general population survey in Georgia
21.02.2022
Today marks the launch of a new general population survey (GPS) in Georgia, under the EMCDDA4Georgia bilateral technical cooperation project (EMCDDA4GE).
European Prevention Curriculum to be adapted to the Georgian context
04.02.2022
This month, work will begin on translating the EMCDDA’s European Prevention Curriculum (EUPC) into Georgian and adapting it to the Georgian context.
Eurobarometer survey: European citizens concerned about impact of drugs
03.02.2022
This week, the European Commission published the results of the latest Eurobarometer survey on the impact of drugs on communities in the EU.
Doing the right thing to tackle Europe's drugs problem
31.01.2022
EMCDDA Director Alexis Goosdeel talks about the complexities of Europe's drugs problem today and how the agency is adapting to address new challenges... Use of illicit drugs has changed beyond all recognition since the agency began working in this field over 25 years ago. Now considerably more...
Major changes ahead for EMCDDA as it embarks on new work programme
28.01.2022
I am proud to introduce today the EMCDDA’s Single Programming Document (SPD) for the period 2022–2024. This new programming period starts at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic is still unfolding.
France takes over EU presidency with the motto ‘Recovery, strength and a sense of belonging’
25.01.2022
This month, France took over the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU with the motto ‘Recovery, strength and a sense of belonging’.
EMCDDA launches PLATO e-learning platform and virtual community of practice
24.01.2022
On International Day of Education, we are pleased to announce the launch of PLATO, the EMCDDA’s new e-learning platform, following a successful six-month pilot phase in 2021.
Latest European Web Survey on Drugs finds cannabis and ecstasy use most impacted by COVID-19
20.01.2022
New survey results released today by the EU drugs agency (EMCDDA) reveal that cannabis and ecstasy use are the drug-consumption patterns most impacted by COVID-19 restrictions (1).
European Commission proposes stronger mandate for EU drugs agency
12.01.2022
The European Commission has proposed today to strengthen the EMCDDA's mandate to ensure that the agency plays a more important role in identifying and addressing current and future challenges related to illicit drugs in the EU.
In memoriam — Manina Terzidou
22.12.2021
It is with great sadness that we hear of the passing of Manina Terzidou, Head of the Greek Reitox national focal point (NFP). Manina was a long-time colleague and companion of the EMCDDA and made a huge contribution to our work.
Season’s greetings and warm wishes for a safe and healthy 2022
20.12.2021
In 2021, the EMCDDA embarked on a new five-year Roadmap under its Strategy 2025 and an ambitious programme to contribute to a healthier and more secure Europe.
New EMCDDA miniguide on responding to opioid-related deaths highlights approaches and evidence that can help save lives
17.12.2021
Health and social responses to opioid-related deaths are explored in a new EMCDDA miniguide launched today.
