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Reports July |
Avoidable mortality, risk factors and policies for tackling noncommunicable diseases – leveraging data for impact: monitoring commitments in the WHO European Region ahead of the Fourth United Nations High-Level Meeting (PDF)
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), such as cardiovascular diseases, cancers, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases, remain the leading cause of death and disability in the WHO European Region. Approximately 1.8 million deaths annually are avoidable, with 60% preventable through reduced exposure to risk factors and public health interventions, and 40% treatable with timely and high-quality health care | WHO, Denmark
Minimum Unit Pricing for Alcohol in Wales (PDF)
In January 2025, the Welsh Government published the final reports of the independent evaluation it had commissioned on the operation and effect of the Act. It is also undertaking a consultation to gather views on awareness of minimum unit pricing in Wales and its impact. This document outlines the inquiries recommendations | Welsh Parliament Health and Social Care Committee, UK
Briefing on a Smokefree England at 18 (PDF)
This briefing outlines the evidence and impact of smokefree legislation introduced in 2007. Substantial evidence now exists regarding the changes that have followed from the introduction of this legislation. The briefing outlines the positive developments in public support, compliance, health benefits and the economic impact of the legislation over the last 18 years | ASH, UK
Interim monitoring report on statutory-funded residential rehabilitation placements
In the last six-month period, between 1 October 2024 and 31 March 2025, a total of 471 residential rehabilitation placements were approved for statutory funding in Scotland. This is an increase of 10 placements when compared to October 2023 to March 2024 (n=461), and an increase of 29 placements when compared to the previous six months | Public Health Scotland, UK
First anniversary: EUDA delivers key gains in strengthening Europe’s preparedness on drugs
Exactly one year ago today, we became the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) and embarked on our new mission to strengthen EU preparedness on drugs. Building on the work of the EMCDDA, and with a more proactive mandate, we set off to support the EU and its Member States in addressing emerging drug issues in an ever-changing world. Our work contributes to making Europe's streets safer and to saving lives. Our motto — 'Acting today, anticipating tomorrow' | EUDA, Portugal