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The new substance abuse chat line, available 7 days a week (8am -5pm) the number is: 087 163 2025. For more information, the substance abuse 24hr helpline is: 0800 12 13 14 or send an SMS to 32 312

Sadag launches WhatsApp helpline for youth

In its efforts to curb substance abuse and to support the youth, the SA Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag), in partnership with the department of social development (DSD), launched a special WhatsApp chat group. Sadag project manager Dr…

FIGHTING SUBSTANCE ABUSE: Katalambano Wellness Holdings CEO Annelisa Mlakalaka, right, sharing points with employees about the dangers of substance abusePicture:SUPPLIED

Tackling substance abuse in workplace

The department of public works (DoPW) joined forces with Katalambano Wellness Holdings and Old Mutual last week to raise awareness about the link relationship between substance abuse and financial stress in the workplace. Nomathamsanqa…

SAY NO: Organisers of the anti-drug campaign that took place in Parkside last at the weekend. Members of the SAPS and local community organisations were also present                                        Picture: MATTHEW FIELD

Parkside unites against substance abuse

Local community organisations got together with the SAPS last weekend to host an anti-drug awareness campaign at All Saints Day Care in Parkside. The event saw recovering addicts, members of local anti-drug groups and police…

SWEET MELODIES: Local artist Chane Julius was one of the many artists performing at the substance abuse campaign in Breidbach last weekPicture: DESMOND COETZEE

Say no to drugs, says campaign

A SUBSTANCE abuse campaign held by Buffalo City Metro (BCM) Health District in Breidbach last week was a huge success, with a large attendance by youth and community members. The event saw captivating performances by young people from all…

Breidbach community takes action

Workshop held to strengthen Breidbach Anti-Drug Coalition FOLLOWING a growing concern regarding substance abuse and addiction in the Breidbach community, various organisations, governmental and non-governmental organisations held a…