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Regional Government calls on Parliament to criminalise new psychoactive substances
Regional Government calls on Parliament to criminalise new psychoactive substances
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Desporto
Regional Government presents "Festivities are not just about alcohol" campaign
Regional Government presents "Festivities are not just about alcohol" campaign
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Desporto
Regional Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commission reactivated
Regional Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commission reactivated
December 6, 2024
Regional Government calls on Parliament to criminalise new psychoactive substances
December 6, 2023
Regional Government presents "Festivities are not just about alcohol" campaign
December 5, 2023
Regional Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commission reactivated
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Nota de Imprensa
December 6, 2024
Regional Government calls on Parliament to criminalise new psychoactive substances
The Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, through the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies, has sent the President of the National Assembly, José Pedro Aguiar-Branco, a request for the rapid criminalisation of new psychoactive substances recently identified on the islands of São Miguel and Terceira, as they pose an emerging threat to public health. The call comes after a complaint made during the last meeting of the task force dedicated to this issue, where significant changes in the behaviour of individuals with addictions followed by the street team were pointed out. The rapid coordination between the various organisations, and the immediate availability of the Criminal Investigation Police, led to the identification of new substances in drug samples seized by the authorities. The rapid emergence of these new substances makes it difficult for the authorities to identify them, aggravating the risks associated with their consumption due to their high addictive potential, toxicity and unpredictable effects on the body. These new substances are not yet criminalised or included in the legal framework of the Drugs Act 15/93 of January 22. This creates a gap in the authorities' ability to take effective action to control their consumption, trafficking and distribution. This legislative vacuum undermines the protection of the most vulnerable populations, especially young people. It also limits preventive and repressive efforts in the Region, as elsewhere; therefore, the inclusion of these substances in legislation is an urgent and essential measure to empower the authorities in their actions against this menace. Only with a swift and coordinated response between the various entities - governmental, educational, social and health - will it be possible to protect the well-being and health of Azorean communities, minimising the impact of addictive behaviours and dependencies in the Region.
December 6, 2024
Regional Government calls on Parliament to criminalise new psychoactive substances
The Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, through the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies, has sent the President of the National Assembly, José Pedro Aguiar-Branco, a request for the rapid criminalisation of new psychoactive substances recently identified on the islands of São Miguel and Terceira, as they pose an emerging threat to public health. The call comes after a complaint made during the last meeting of the task force dedicated to this issue, where significant changes in the behaviour of individuals with addictions followed by the street team were pointed out. The rapid coordination between the various organisations, and the immediate availability of the Criminal Investigation Police, led to the identification of new substances in drug samples seized by the authorities. The rapid emergence of these new substances makes it difficult for the authorities to identify them, aggravating the risks associated with their consumption due to their high addictive potential, toxicity and unpredictable effects on the body. These new substances are not yet criminalised or included in the legal framework of the Drugs Act 15/93 of January 22. This creates a gap in the authorities' ability to take effective action to control their consumption, trafficking and distribution. This legislative vacuum undermines the protection of the most vulnerable populations, especially young people. It also limits preventive and repressive efforts in the Region, as elsewhere; therefore, the inclusion of these substances in legislation is an urgent and essential measure to empower the authorities in their actions against this menace. Only with a swift and coordinated response between the various entities - governmental, educational, social and health - will it be possible to protect the well-being and health of Azorean communities, minimising the impact of addictive behaviours and dependencies in the Region.
Nota de Imprensa
December 6, 2023
Regional Government presents "Festivities are not just about alcohol" campaign
The Regional Secretariat for Health and Sport, through the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies, launched today an awareness-raising campaign on alcohol consumption aimed at adults in the context of the festive period that is about to begin. The campaign is made up of short videos created for social networks and also includes stickers and flyers, all designed to raise public awareness of the need to reduce alcohol consumption, particularly during this festive season. "This is a job that requires the collaboration of various departments outside the Government, from local authorities to police forces and firefighters. Despite being an across-the-board issue, it is important to tailor this message to the target audience, as the specific features of each segment of the population make it important to pinpoint the best type of approach," emphasised Mónica Seidi, the Regional Secretary for Health. The Autonomous Region of the Azores "has challenges to face in this area," she continued, thanking "the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies for the work done." She continued: "We are well aware of the challenges we are facing and it is commendable to bring up this issue at a time when this has a direct impact on our traditions." The launch session of this campaign also covered other matters such as the legal age for alcohol consumption, particularly because it disrupts the healthy development of young people, responsible consumption of alcohol, the awareness that there is no consumption without consequences and even the fact that alcohol is a depressant substance. The Regional Secretary ended the session by reiterating the fact that "the journey must continue because this is a job that is never finished" yet "it can never be done lightly."
December 6, 2023
Regional Government presents "Festivities are not just about alcohol" campaign
The Regional Secretariat for Health and Sport, through the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies, launched today an awareness-raising campaign on alcohol consumption aimed at adults in the context of the festive period that is about to begin. The campaign is made up of short videos created for social networks and also includes stickers and flyers, all designed to raise public awareness of the need to reduce alcohol consumption, particularly during this festive season. "This is a job that requires the collaboration of various departments outside the Government, from local authorities to police forces and firefighters. Despite being an across-the-board issue, it is important to tailor this message to the target audience, as the specific features of each segment of the population make it important to pinpoint the best type of approach," emphasised Mónica Seidi, the Regional Secretary for Health. The Autonomous Region of the Azores "has challenges to face in this area," she continued, thanking "the Regional Directorate for Prevention and Control of Dependencies for the work done." She continued: "We are well aware of the challenges we are facing and it is commendable to bring up this issue at a time when this has a direct impact on our traditions." The launch session of this campaign also covered other matters such as the legal age for alcohol consumption, particularly because it disrupts the healthy development of young people, responsible consumption of alcohol, the awareness that there is no consumption without consequences and even the fact that alcohol is a depressant substance. The Regional Secretary ended the session by reiterating the fact that "the journey must continue because this is a job that is never finished" yet "it can never be done lightly."