The intersection of substance use with broader public health concerns.
Public Health
Use of Health Services by Residents at a Seniors-only Living Facility
The objective of the study was to compare the use of medical and dental services by seniors residing at a seniors-only living facility and in the general community. It was a quantitative study, among 50 residents of the living facility and...
Addiction Nursing Competencies A Comprehensive Toolkit for the Addictions Nurse
With the increased role of nurses in caring for patients with substance addiction, there was a clear need to develop the Addiction Nursing Competencies to guide and support the nursing workforce. A literature search revealed a lack of...
The burden and risks of emerging complications of diabetes mellitus
Abstract: While the traditional complications of diabetes mellitus—such as cardiovascular disease—are well recognized, advances in treatment and increased life expectancy have revealed a new set of lesser-known complications that are...
The International Council of Nurses Code of Ethics for Nurses
Purpose: The International Council of Nurses (ICN) Code of Ethics for Nurses outlines the ethical values, responsibilities, and professional accountabilities of nurses and nursing students. It is designed to guide ethical nursing practice...
Low Awareness of Diabetes as a Major Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease in Middle- and High-Income Countries
Objective: Understanding that diabetes is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) may help increase diabetes screening and improve prevention efforts for CVD. Overview: The American Heart Association conducted an online survey...
Nursing and the Sustainable Development Goals: A Scoping Review
Purpose: In 2015, all UN member states adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to promote global economic, social, and environmental progress. This scoping review explores how the nursing profession is connected to the SDGs and...
Evidence-Based Nursing Practice and Drug Demand Reduction
In Recognition of Nurses’ Week (May 6–12, 2025) This global health, nursing-led initiative highlights the vital role of nurses in addressing substance use disorders (SUD) through evidence-based practice. The effort promotes improved health...
Lifelong learning and nurses’ continuing professional development, a metasynthesis of the literature
Background Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is important for helping nurses keep their skills and knowledge up to date. While it’s well known that CPD is essential, we know less about how nurses feel about it and what challenges or...
CALL FOR PAPERS – Health Policy and Planning supplment: Changing Health Systems: Advancing Justice and Sustainability through Research, Policy and Practice
Health systems are undergoing rapid and often unpredictable transformations. These changes are driven by technological advancements, shifting demographic patterns, climate change, and geopolitical tensions. The COVID-19 pandemic, for...
The 13th International Conference on Health and Hepatitis in Substance Users
14-17 October 2025
Century City Conference Centre
Cape Town, South Africa