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National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction - NCETA Research, consultancy, training, workforce development & resources on alcohol, tobacco & other drugs.

Today marks World No To***co DayTo***co use remains a leading cause of preventable death and disease globally. Reducing ...
30/05/2026

Today marks World No To***co Day

To***co use remains a leading cause of preventable death and disease globally. Reducing this harm requires a comprehensive, evidence-based approach that supports prevention, cessation and harm reduction.

Strengthening the evidence base can help inform policy and practice and support effective and equitable responses to to***co-related harm.

For more information on to***co, visit the National Alcohol & Drug Knowledgebase (NADK) here: https://nadk.flinders.edu.au/kb/to***co

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Thank you to everyone who has registered to be part of our Symposium either in-person or online. We look forward to the ...
20/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who has registered to be part of our Symposium either in-person or online. We look forward to the exciting day ahead. If you need a copy of the program, please download from here -https://nceta.flinders.edu.au/application/files/6017/7908/4534/NCETA_Symposium_Program.pdf

Flinders University, Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI)

👏 We are excited to share that new research by our colleague Dr Stine Høj, alongside Isabelle Boisvert, Nanor Minoyan, V...
20/05/2026

👏 We are excited to share that new research by our colleague Dr Stine Høj, alongside Isabelle Boisvert, Nanor Minoyan, Valérie Martel-Laferrière, Sarah Larney and Julie Bruneau, has been published.

Engaging people who inject drugs in research can be challenging due to stigma, distrust and structural barriers. This study examined how peer-led recruitment strategies can enhance reach and equity.

The study found that peer-led approaches generated more than 2000 interactions and contributed 46% of new enrolments to a biobehavioural cohort study, while engaging participants with greater structural vulnerability and more diverse backgrounds.

The findings highlight how peer-led recruitment can strengthen equity in research participation, particularly when peer leadership is adequately resourced and embedded from the outset.

đź“„ Read the full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugpo.2026.105276

NCETA’s Symposium will be held this Thursday. If you haven’t already registered, it’s not too late to register now to at...
18/05/2026

NCETA’s Symposium will be held this Thursday. If you haven’t already registered, it’s not too late to register now to attend in person or online at https://NCETASymposium2026.eventbrite.com
Flinders University

We were pleased to have work experience student Mim Kennedy Rochester with us last week (fifth from left in photo in bac...
18/05/2026

We were pleased to have work experience student Mim Kennedy Rochester with us last week (fifth from left in photo in back). Mim is currently studying year eleven at the Australian Science and Math School and has shown a passion for learning about alcohol and other drug harm minimisation.

📣 Be the first to see new NCETA workplace resourcesWe’ve developed two new, practical resources designed to help workpla...
15/05/2026

đź“Ł Be the first to see new NCETA workplace resources

We’ve developed two new, practical resources designed to help workplaces understand and address to***co smoking and va**ng through awareness, discussion and support. These are available now and will be officially launched and presented at our upcoming symposium.

đź“„ To***co Smoking Fact Sheet
An easy-to-share resource outlining how to***co smoking affects worker health, wellbeing and productivity. It also highlights the benefits of quitting and where to find support.
👉 Access now: https://worklife.flinders.edu.au/download_file/view/870/743

🛠️💬 To***co Smoking and Va**ng Toolbox Talk
A ready-to-use resource to support short, practical workplace discussions. Includes key information, discussion prompts, a short fun quiz, and links to support services.
👉 Access now: https://worklife.flinders.edu.au/download_file/view/871/743

đź“Ť Register for our upcoming symposium now to be part of the launch: https://NCETASymposium2026.eventbrite.com

đź‘Ź Congratulations to Stefano Zaccagnini on his first peer-reviewed publication and accompanying media release.Led by Ste...
12/05/2026

đź‘Ź Congratulations to Stefano Zaccagnini on his first peer-reviewed publication and accompanying media release.

Led by Stefano, the research finds more than 2.2 million Australian men aged 30-59 are drinking at levels that put their health at risk of harm, with 43% exceeding Australia’s national alcohol guidelines.

Risky drinking was more common among men who smoke, use illicit drugs, experience psychological distress, live in regional areas, earn higher household incomes and those working in managerial, trade and technical occupations.

Midlife was identified as a period when drinking can shift from occasional to routine, increasing the risk of alcohol-related harm shaped by societal norms, work, place, stress and social expectations. The researchers hope the findings will inform broader policy changes, targeted health campaigns and workplace programs for midlife men.

đź”— Read the media release here: https://news.flinders.edu.au/blog/2026/05/12/more-than-2m-australian-middle-aged-men-drinking-at-risky-levels/

đź”— Read the study here: https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70149

✨ Our symposium is less than 2 weeks away!We’re looking forward to welcoming attendees to our upcoming NCETA symposium o...
08/05/2026

✨ Our symposium is less than 2 weeks away!

We’re looking forward to welcoming attendees to our upcoming NCETA symposium on Thursday 21 May. The day will showcase NCETA’s work in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector, alongside contributions from key national and international researchers.

You can join us in person or online.
👉 Register now at https://NCETASymposium2026.eventbrite.com

✨ We are excited to share that new research by Asad Yusoff, Simone Pettigrew, Bella Sträuli, Paula O'Brien, Jacquie Bowd...
07/05/2026

✨ We are excited to share that new research by Asad Yusoff, Simone Pettigrew, Bella Sträuli, Paula O'Brien, Jacquie Bowden, Mark Petticrew & Alexandra Jones has been published.

“Better for you” claims such as low sugar, low calorie, low alcohol, and vegan descriptors are increasingly used on alcohol products to appeal to health-conscious consumers.

This study analysed images of 5,982 alcohol products sold in Australia and found that 35% displayed at least one “better for you” claim, with one in eight displaying multiple claims. These claims were most prevalent on cider and premix products.

The findings highlight how limited regulation allows alcohol companies to portray products as “better for you”, potentially misleading consumers and reinforcing the need for stronger alcohol marketing policies in Australia.

đź“„ Read the full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1111/dar.70163

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