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NEW TRAINING TO HELP REDUCE DRUG DEATHS IN INVERNESS

A new training session is being piloted in Inverness to teach drug users and their families and friends how to recognise the signs of an overdose, the importance of calling emergency services and what to do to help that person with basic life support. They will also be given Naloxone, an antidote to opiate drugs and taught how to administer it.

Further information on Naloxone Training and the Pilot Project, contact:

Lisa Ross, Clinical Harm Reduction Nurse Specialist on 01463 717594

or John Glenday, Shared Care/Harm Reduction Coordinator, NHS Highland on 01463 704813.

STRADA TRAINING

For details of training available in Highland visit www.projectSTRADA.org i.duncan@projectSTRADA.org

To download a copy of the latest STRADA Training Schedule click here

SCOTLAND'S DRUG CONFERENCE 2009

Delivering the Road to Recovery

Monday 7th December 2009 - Edinburgh Conference Centre, Sheraton Hotel.

further details www.holyrood.com/drugs and click on 'Book Now'

Examining the delivery of the Scottish Government's drug strategy, speakers will offer practical advice on the impact of the incoming HEAT targets and the new Alcohol and Drugs Partnerships