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Substance Misuse & Needle Exchange

If you’re concerned about your drinking or drug use but aren’t sure what steps to take, you can find lots of information and advice at your Local Authority website or the following services.

Your pharmacy team can support you with what services are available in your area.

Drug Services

There are many services across the Tees area to support you or someone you know with drug and alcohol issues. Addiction is a complex matter that needs specialist support. A pharmacy can provide the following services.

Access to Needle Exchange Program
Access to a Recovery Program
Refer to a Local Service

Alcohol Services

Throughout the pandemic we have seen an increase in the consumption of alcohol. If you are concerned about your drinking habits have a look at support available in your local area.

Needle Exchange Services

Handing in old or used needles in exchange for clean needles is paramount to the health and safety of those using drugs that require injection sites and the communities that they live in.