Kaitaia Emergency Department Tackling Alcohol-Related Harm

Published November 8, 2012

Kaitaia Emergency Department tackling alcohol-related harm

Filed under: drug addiction helpline

Northland DHB in partnership with Alcohol Drug Helpline and ALAC are working together to reduce alcohol-related harm and to offer people support. "From the 1st of November Kaitaia Emergency Department staff will be asking patients presenting with an …
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Gambling addict tells of fight to save family life

Filed under: drug addiction helpline

Unlike alcoholism or drug addiction, gambling – often referred to as a hidden addiction – presents no obvious physical symptoms. Continue reading the main story … "We know that there are 50,000 people ringing the GamCare helpline. And we know that's …
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