These publications discuss current research into AOD misuse by older people.
 

DrugInfo newsletter 

This issue of the DrugInfo newsletter focuses on reducing the harms of AOD misuse in older people.
 

Articles include practical advice on screening tools and assessment, for health professionals working with this age group.

Prevention Research Quarterly

This issue of Prevention Research Quarterly is written by Dr Barbara Hunter from Turning Point Alcohol & Drug Centre.
 

It reviews current research into AOD misuse in older people, including the health effects of alcohol and prescription medications. The paper also looks at treatment programs for older people.

Book early for DrugInfo's September seminars

Older people and AOD (alcohol and other drugs) seminar
 

This free interactive seminar discusses issues from the upcoming DrugInfo newsletter and Prevention Research Quarterly “Older people and alcohol and other drugs”.

• Monday 5 September 2011
   
• 10:00 am –12:30 pm (9:30 registration)
   
• Angliss Conference Centre
   
• Bookings: tel. 1300 85 85 84 or send your name, organisation and contact phone number to druginfo@adf.org.au.
  
  Bookings are strictly limited, so you are advised to book early. Bookings close at 4.00 pm on Thursday 1 September 2011.
   

Find out more about the seminar

Heroin and other opioids seminar and webinar
 

Opioids are a class of drugs widely used for both their pain relief and euphoric properties. This seminar will discuss opioid use in Australia and some of the key prevention and treatment approaches available.

If you can't make it to the seminar, you will be able to participate remotely (see below for details).

• Tuesday 27 September 2011
   
• 10:00 am–12:30 pm (9:30am registration)
   
• Crowne Plaza Bridge Room 2,
  Lower Lobby level,
  1–5 Spencer Street
  Melbourne
   

Can't make it to this seminar?
 

Access to this seminar is also available through webinar. This means that you can attend the seminar remotely via your computer—you will hear the speakers and see the presentations online.
 

If you or your workplace would like to participate in the webinar, please indicate this in your RSVP and ensure that you provide a valid email address.

To book your place, tel. 1300 85 85 84 or send your name, organisation and contact phone number to druginfo@adf.org.au
 

Bookings are strictly limited, so you are advised to book early. Bookings close at 4:00pm, Friday 23 September 2011.

Find out more about the seminar.
 

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