World Drug Day: UPSA-RCC, NACOC study reveals high substance use among youth in La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality
The Research and Consultancy Centre of the University of Professional Studies, Accra, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Commission, presented findings from a baseline study on youth substance use in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality. This presentation was part of activities marking this year's World Drug Day celebration on June 26. The theme for World Drug Day was "World drug problem: Persisting issues, new challenges, innovative responses."
World Drug Day is observed annually to raise awareness of the dangers of drug abuse, illicit trafficking, and their effects. Current global estimates indicate that about 400 million people live with substance use disorders, while approximately 2.6 million deaths each year are linked to psychoactive substances. The event brought together key stakeholders and dignitaries, including the Director-General of NACOC, Brigadier General M. O. Mantey, and the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak.
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Ghana marked World Drug Day with renewed calls for action against substance abuse, a global issue affecting millions and posing a significant public
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