Zero-alcohol drink alternatives, also known as No Alcohol / Low-Alcohol (or NoLo drinks), are more popular than ever, but understanding the risks associated with adding them into your routine is important for people who have problems related to alcohol.

For 50 years NAIDOC Week has honoured and elevated First Nations voices, culture, and resilience, and has been an opportunity for all Australians to learn and engage with our oldest communities.

Discover how yoga can support your Substance Use Disorder (SUD) journey by promoting mindfulness, reducing stress, and fostering emotional healing.

IDAHOBIT is the International Day against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination! To mark the occasion our colleague Finn Mercury (RN/RM) (he/they) has kindly shared his thoughts on how LGBTQIA+ people can continue to embrace community experiences when they decide to cut down or quit drinking or doing drugs. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Finn! 

IDAHOBIT is the International Day against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination! To mark this important occasion, we asked our colleague Finn Mercury (RN/RM) (he/they) to share some of the wisdom he’s earned as an LGBTQIA+ Liaison at Eastern Health. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts Finn!

Australians who have been diagnosed with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) are invited to participate in our 20-minute survey. 

This World Health Day, we discuss why people volunteer for substance treatment research studies. There’s more to gain than you might think.

Peer worker PnorkelPW explains why it’s important to understand slip ups as a part of the process of making changes to substance use.

If you fumbled a New Year’s Resolution to change your drinking or drug use, it’s still achievable. Check out our tips to steel your resolve.

Peer worker PnorkelPW shares the tips that help people manage alcohol and drug use and stay safe through the holiday season.  

Monana grew up in a culture that judged substance users, but working in AOD has changed her perspective.

October 13-19 is National Carer’s Week. We recognise the people around Australia caring for loved ones who are dealing with problems related to alcohol or other drugs.

It’s grand final time! Here are some tips to celebrate safely and look out for yourself and your friends.

We lose too many people to overdose. COL counsellor Atg_1 shares how we can work together to save lives this #IOAD24.

NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures & histories & participate in celebrations.

Dry July raises money for a great cause, but alcohol withdrawal can be risky for heavy drinkers. Let’s discuss the benefits and risks of ‘cold turkey’.

Check out the queer-led services ending discrimination with inclusive care for LGBTQIA+ people who want to change their substance use #IDAHOBIT2024

Patient Experience Week, an annual international event to celebrate the healthcare staff who dedicate themselves to improving the experience, outcomes and wellbeing of people in their care.