substance abuse

Long-term healthcare costs for substance-exposed unborn children

Research conducted from Macquarie University has found that children exposed to substance use during pregnancy faced higher healthcare costs and risks. These children had increased hospital readmissions and long-term costs on the healthcare system. Moemina Shukur speaks with Dr Evelyn Lee, Research Fellow at Macquarie University, about the findings of the research and targeted support …

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New support service to minimise harm in substance abuse

A new service providing information on harm reduction for Queenslanders using substances was launched this week. Peer Q-nect, launched by Queensland Injectors of Voice for Advocacy and Action, will provide peer support, advocacy, and information to the community. With the Federal government’s National Drug Strategy Household Survey released yesterday, what are the experiences of the …

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