The Power of Collaboration in Harm Reduction and Public Safety Partnerships
Learn about successful collaborations in harm reduction and public safety to prevent overdose, featuring insights from various presenters and an overview of pilot projects supported by the National Council and CDC. The webinar emphasizes evidence-based strategies, integration of harm reduction and p
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Overview of Serious Adverse Reactions and Transfusion Events
This data compilation covers the reporting trends, breakdown of reports, components issued, and specific types of adverse transfusion reactions experienced within the National Healthcare Organization (NHO) from 2019 to 2022. The information includes statistics on Serious Adverse Events (SAE), Seriou
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The Truth Revealed Does Cannabis Harm Brain Cells.docx
The Truth Revealed: Does Cannabis Harm Brain Cells?\nIn recent years, the debate surrounding the effects of cannabis on brain health has intensified. With the growing popularity of cannabis and the increasing accessibility of products from online weed dispensaries and marijuana dispensaries, it\u201
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Understanding Significant Harm in Child Protection Cases
In child protection cases, significant harm must be proven for court intervention. Harm can include ill-treatment or impaired health and development. The state may intervene if necessary, but diverse parenting standards are tolerated. Evidence-based findings are crucial, and local authorities must p
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Understanding Child Safeguarding Risks and Mitigation Strategies
Understanding child safeguarding risks and mitigation strategies is crucial for organizations to prevent harm to children. This includes identifying who in an organization has contact with children, understanding different forms of abuse, and implementing safeguarding measures. Safeguarding involves
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Exploring the Ethics of Do No Harm in Research and Practice
Delve into the profound concept of "Do No Harm" as it relates to bioethics, research, and medical practice. Examine the historical origins of this principle, differing perspectives on harm, and the implications of non-maleficence in research settings. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Nuremb
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Harm Reduction in Addiction Psychiatry: A Comprehensive Overview
Harm reduction in addiction psychiatry is a client-centered approach that focuses on reducing negative consequences associated with substance use. This philosophy involves practical strategies and principles aimed at promoting safer drug use practices. The historical background traces the evolution
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Understanding Exploitation Strategy Meetings and MARVE for Children at Risk of Contextual Harm
To address concerns of extra familial harm affecting children and young people, this session delves into exploitation strategy meetings and MARVE intervention. Learn about making effective referrals, identifying risks, and when to convene strategy meetings to safeguard vulnerable individuals from ha
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Understanding Self-Harm and Suicide in Older Adults
Self-harm and suicide in older adults are serious issues that require attention due to the associated risks. The incidence of self-harm in adults aged 65 years and older is notable, with factors such as physical health conditions, pain, and psychiatric history contributing to the risk. Staff should
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The Significance of Avoiding Harm in Islam
This content delves into the noble hadith emphasizing the prevention of harm in society, exploring Islamic teachings on unintentional harm, and the importance of refraining from causing harm to oneself or others. Discussions on Islamic law, societal implications, and practical solutions highlight th
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Understanding Self-Harm and Suicide in Older Adults
Exploring the definition, risk factors, incidence rates, and staff approaches related to self-harm and suicide in older adults. It emphasizes the seriousness of self-harm in this demographic, the associated risk factors, and the importance of responding with compassion and support. The content delve
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Understanding Safeguarding Children and Child Protection
Safeguarding children involves taking proactive measures to promote their well-being and protect them from harm, including abuse and neglect. Child protection focuses on identifying and responding to children who are at risk of significant harm. Different types of harm, such as physical, sexual, emo
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Comprehensive Support Pathway Post-COVID-19 Lockdown for Serious Cases in Schools
This support pathway outlines a structured approach for addressing serious cases post-COVID-19 lockdown in schools, ranging from low to high level support interventions. It involves learner check-ins, classroom surveys, school-based support teams, additional teacher interventions, and engagement wit
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Strict Liability under the Rule of Rylands v. Fletcher
Strict liability under the rule of Rylands v. Fletcher establishes that a person who brings something onto their land that is likely to cause harm if it escapes is responsible for any resulting damage, regardless of negligence. The case of Rylands v. Fletcher (1868) set the precedent for this doctri
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Pan-Hampshire & Isle of Wight Self-Harm Pathway for Non-Health Professionals
This pathway provides guidance for children under 18 presenting with self-harm behaviors, including definitions, risk scenarios, suggested responses, and further considerations for urgent medical and psychological support in self-harm cases. It covers various types of self-harm, levels of risk, and
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Integrating Harm Reduction and SRHR Services for Women and Gender Non-Conforming People Who Use Drugs
This module focuses on integrating harm reduction and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services for women and gender non-conforming individuals who use drugs. It aims to identify gaps in service provision, map appropriate client-oriented SRHR services, and develop action plans to imp
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Baby Falls Prevention Program at Rotunda Hospital
The Baby Falls Prevention Program at Rotunda Hospital aims to reduce the incidence of postpartum neonatal falls, which can cause serious harm to newborns. By increasing staff awareness, educating parents, and introducing safer adult beds and neonatal cots, the program seeks to mitigate the risk of h
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Understanding Gender, Sexual Health, and Harm Reduction
Explore the intersection of gender norms, sexual and reproductive health, and harm reduction in Module 1. Learn about the impacts of gender inequality, stereotypes, and the importance of integrating SRHR services into harm reduction programs. Engage in activities to challenge traditional gender role
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Understanding Self-Harm and Suicide in Older Adults
Self-harm and suicide in older adults present unique challenges due to factors like underreporting and stigma. The incidence of self-harm in this age group is significant, with specific risk factors and warning signs to consider. Proper staff approaches and preventative strategies are crucial in add
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Understanding Involuntary Commitment Criteria for Adults with Serious Mental Illness
Involuntary commitment for adults with serious mental illness is a sensitive issue that involves specific criteria to determine if someone poses a danger to themselves or others. The criteria include having a serious mental illness, being a threat to self or others, or having an inability to provide
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Implementing LEAD Program for Pre-Arrest Diversion in North Carolina
North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition (NCHRC) implements harm reduction interventions, public health strategies, and justice reform through programs like LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion). LEAD diverts low-level drug offenders and sex workers to treatment instead of the traditional crimina
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Understanding Self Harm: Exploring the Impact and Coping Strategies
Self-harm, a complex behavior not limited to mental illness, is a way individuals cope with distress. The behavior ranges from smoking to life-threatening actions like overdosing. It affects a significant number of young people, with a notable increase in treatment for deliberate self-harm cases. De
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Understanding the Impact of Gambling: Concepts, Controversies, and Next Steps
Dr. Matthew Browne's presentation in Istanbul in December 2019 discussed the theoretical framework, burden of harm projects in Australia and New Zealand, current work, and conclusions related to the adverse consequences of gambling on health and well-being. Focus areas included harm distribution, ta
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Exploring Restorative Justice in Addressing Campus Sexual Harm
Restorative justice offers an informal approach to addressing campus sexual harm by involving harmed parties, offenders, and others in a collaborative decision-making process. It focuses on holding responsible parties accountable, repairing harm, rebuilding trust, and addressing underlying issues th
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Restorative Practice in Serious Crime: Learning for Effective Engagement
Examining the transformative potential of restorative encounters in the aftermath of serious crime, this presentation delves into the essence of restorative justice, emphasizing its role in repairing harm, enabling emotional expression, and fostering moral responsibility. The narrative underscores t
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Improving Education Through Online Serious Game Creator Research Report
Enhance pedagogic research in higher education using an Online Serious Game Creator. The project involves research meetings, conferences, and questionnaire-based studies to improve learning methods. It focuses on creating serious games based on research reports and integrating them into educational
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Understanding and Supporting Self-Harm - Insights and Guidance
Discover the various types of self-harm behaviors, reasons behind self-harming tendencies, common triggers, and practical ways to respond and offer support. Gain insights into the negative emotions and cycles associated with self-harm and understand why individuals may engage in such actions.
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Self-Harm Trends and Factors in Sutton
The data presented in the slides highlight concerning trends in self-harm rates, particularly among young girls, in Sutton. Key issues such as peer pressure, suicidal thoughts, exam pressure, and mental health challenges are identified. Factors contributing to high self-harm rates are discussed, inc
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Understanding Opioid Epidemic Impact & Harm Reduction in Michigan
The Michigan Emergency Department Improvement Collaborative (MEDIC) works to improve emergency care quality, with a focus on opioid overdose. Over 3,000 Michiganders died from opioid overdose in 2021, exceeding motor vehicle-related deaths. Harm reduction strategies, like distributing naloxone in ED
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Understanding and Working with Transgender Individuals Who Sexually Harm
Explore the complexities of addressing sexual harm in transgender populations, learning objectives include understanding transgender experiences, treatment standards, and DSM-V diagnostic criteria for Gender Identity Disorder. Delve into issues like sexual harm, gender dysphoria, and personal biases
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Understanding Trauma-Informed Restorative Justice for Victims of Serious Harm
Exploring trauma-informed restorative justice (RJ) practices initiated by victims and focusing on their needs after serious harm. Addressing the effects of trauma, redefining empowerment, and proposing changes in RJ theory to better support healing and restoration in cases of significant harm.
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Substance Use Harm Reduction in Medical Care Guidelines
This guideline aims to promote practical harm reduction strategies to mitigate negative consequences linked with substance use. It emphasizes healthcare clinicians to provide medical care, including screening for HIV and HCV, for patients using substances. It also suggests offering harm reduction co
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Utilizing Harm Reduction for Addressing Addiction in New River Valley
In this presentation, Michael E. Kilkenny discusses the importance of harm reduction as a public health tool in combating addiction issues in the New River Valley. The talk highlights the benefits of harm reduction, components of successful implementation, and measures of program success. It also ad
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Consultation on Preventing and Minimising Gambling Harm 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and Levy Proposal
The consultation focuses on the proposed strategic plan and service plan to prevent and minimize gambling harm from 2022 to 2025. It covers the context of gambling harm, the Gambling Act requirements, problem gambling levy, and the assessment of gambling harm needs. Key points include the definition
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Development and Evaluation of Harm Reduction Acceptance Scales
Development of scales to measure the acceptance of harm reduction is crucial for understanding public attitudes towards harm reduction strategies. This project focuses on creating valid and reliable scales through a systematic process involving item development, data collection, analysis, and refine
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Pan-Hampshire & Isle of Wight Self-Harm Pathway for Non-Health Professionals
This pathway provides guidance for children under 18 years presenting with self-harm behavior. It covers various forms of self-harm, risk scenarios, responses, and considerations for urgent medical or psychological support.
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Partnership Programme for Serious Violence and Organised Crime Overview
The Partnership Programme for Serious Violence and Organised Crime (SVOC) provides a comprehensive strategy to address issues related to serious violence, organised crime, and societal vulnerabilities. The program encompasses interventions, team structures, delivery mechanisms, and vision statements
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Understanding Self-Harm: A Path to Healing
Exploring the complexities of self-harm as a cry for help and a way to regulate emotions. Emphasizing the importance of listening, understanding, and accepting individuals struggling with self-harm behaviors to guide them towards change and healing.
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Understanding Alcohol Harm Framing Project by Alcohol Change UK
Alcohol Change UK aims to reduce alcohol harm through research projects that explore public perceptions and alternative frames related to alcohol harm. By identifying current frames, testing alternative frames, and analyzing their impact, the organization works towards shifting public support for po
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SAFE Programme: Enhancing Education and Preventing Serious Violence
The SAFE Programme, implemented by the Education Engagement and Serious Violence Unit, aims to support children at risk of serious violence by setting up taskforces in schools to provide evidence-based interventions. Led by mainstream schools, the taskforces work with local partners to address disen
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