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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 41m

🌍Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay

Mental health issues often co-occur with substance use — making treatment more complex.

👉 Learn more about #comorbidity: euda.europa.eu/topics/comorbidity_en
👉 Explore the EU mental health framework: health.ec.europa.eu/non-communicable-diseases/mental-health_en

European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 20h

We’re in #Ljubljana!

We teamed up with our colleagues at the Slovenian national focal point to host a study visit for EU enlargement partners.

The focus? #EarlyWarningSystem for new psychoactive substances (NPS) — a key tool for protecting #PublicHealth.

👉 euda.europa.eu/news/2025/eu...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 7d

🔐 October marks the 13th #CyberSecMonth!

#Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility: agencies, organisations & citizens working together to protect our digital future.

🌍 Let’s keep building resilience together.

#EUAgenciesNetwork

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 8d

💡 What strategic responses are essential for a resilient EU policy on synthetic drugs?

Our Foresight team hosted a workshop as part of the ‘Synthetic drugs 2050: increasing EU resilience’ project.

🔗 euda.europa.eu/activities/euda-foresight_en

#EUDAForesight #FuturesLiteracy #FutureReadyEU

European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 9d

📰 The September edition of our Drugnet Europe newsletter is here!

Read the latest round-up: https://mailchi.mp/euda/drugnet-europe-192-september2025

Subscribe: https://europa.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7661463396b2fc9d763392225&id=3f011a8795

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 10d

Our #COPOLAD III journey may have ended, but its impact continues to shape cooperation between the EU and Latin America and Caribbean countries in the field of drugs.

🎥 Watch the final video: link.europa.eu/XV6V7q

🔗 Read more about the project: link.europa.eu/j43TBC

#InternationalCooperation

European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 13d

🌍 Happy #EuropeanDayOfLanguages!

Today, we join @ec.europa.eu in celebrating the richness of Europe’s languages and cultures.

To make drug-related information more accessible, the #EuropeanDrugReport2025 modules are now available in 25 languages: euda.europa.eu/publications...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 14d

🌍 We’ve launched our new International Cooperation Framework — a vision for stronger global #collaboration on drug-related challenges.

🤝 Built on partnerships, guided by service orientation.

🔗 euda.europa.eu/publications/work-programmes-and-strategies/euda-international-cooperation-framework_en

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 16d

🌟 New job opening at the EUDA!

We’re looking for a Scientific analyst (AD 6) to strengthen our work on health & social responses to drug-related problems, with a special focus on treatment & quality standards.

📅 Apply by 24 October 2025: euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/ad202504_en

#EUCareers

European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 20d

🚨 Think you can stay one step ahead of emerging drug threats?

We’re hiring a Scientific analyst (AD 6) to help operate and develop the EU Early Warning System on new psychoactive substances.

📅 Apply by 17 October: euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/ad202506_en

#EUCareers

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · 23d

🚨 Only 10 days left to apply!

We’re hiring a Content Development Manager (AD 6) to help amplify the visibility and impact of our agency through thoughtful, science-based content creation.

📍Apply now: euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/ad202503_en

#EUCareers

European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 25

✍️ Join our team in Lisbon!

We’re looking for a Content Development Manager (AD 6) to help amplify the visibility and impact of our agency through science-based content creation.

📅 Apply by: 26 September

🔗 More info & application: euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/a...

#EUCareers

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Sep 9

📢 Join our team in Lisbon!

We’re looking for a Scientific analyst (AD 6) to support evidence-based drug policy across Europe.

📅 Apply by 10 October 2025 at 23:59 (Lisbon time)

➡️ www.euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/a...

#EUCareers

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Sep 4

🕊️ Our hearts are with all those affected by yesterday’s tragic crash of the Elevador da Glória in Lisbon.

Today, as we lower our flag to half-mast, we join the people of Lisbon, of Portugal, and beyond in remembering the victims. 💙🇪🇺

#Lisbon #Portugal #Solidarity

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 29

🕯️This Sunday marks International #OverdoseAwareness Day.

In the run-up to the day, we’ve updated our FAQs on drug-induced deaths in Europe, including updates on treatment and #HarmReduction measures to reduce these premature and preventable deaths.

➡️ www.euda.europa.eu/publications...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 25

⏳ One week left to apply!

What if your next move took you to Lisbon for an 11-month paid traineeship at an EU agency working on drug-related issues?

📌 Check out all opportunities: euda.europa.eu/about/jobs_en

#EUcareers #EUtraineeship

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 25

✍️ Join our team in Lisbon!

We’re looking for a Content Development Manager (AD 6) to help amplify the visibility and impact of our agency through science-based content creation.

📅 Apply by: 26 September

🔗 More info & application: euda.europa.eu/calls/2025/a...

#EUCareers

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 12

🌍 On #InternationalYouthDay, we spotlight youth experiences with substance use.

The #ESPAD 'Key Findings' report shows how 15–16-year-olds engage with alcohol, drugs & risky behaviours. It’s available in 33 languages.

➡️ www.euda.europa.eu/publications...

#ActingToday #AnticipatingTomorrow

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 7

📢 Ahead of Prisoners' Justice Day, we’re proud to share a new joint initiative with @ecdc.europa.eu: the European Toolkit for the Elimination of Viral Hepatitis in Prisons.

🔗 Explore the toolkit: eurohepp.ecdc.europa.eu

📰 Read our news item: www.euda.europa.eu/news/2025/ne...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Aug 5

💡How can digital tools improve health and social responses to drug use?

🎥 Our webinar on e-prevention and e-harm reduction is now available to watch online.

🔗 Watch the recording: www.euda.europa.eu/event/2025/0...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 28

Today is #WorldHepatitisDay.

📊Our Viral Hepatitis Elimination Barometer tracks 11 key indicators to assess national progress in this area.

🔍Explore the data: euda.europa.eu/publications/data-factsheet/viral-hepatitis-elimination-barometer-among-people-who-inject-drugs-in-europe_en

#HarmReduction

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 25

📘 Updated EUDA miniguide: Health and social responses to cannabis-related problems

#Cannabis use in Europe is evolving — new products, shifting trends, changing laws.

🔗 Learn more: euda.europa.eu/publications...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 25

🧪 Did you know that something as simple as a sterile syringe can save lives?

Our new miniguide looks at the provision of #HarmReduction equipment for people who engage in high-risk drug use — helping reduce infections, injuries and #overdose deaths.

➡️ euda.europa.eu/publications...

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 22

🎉We just celebrated our first birthday as the EUDA!

From long-time colleagues with 20+ years of experience to newcomers, we’re proud of the team behind our mission. 💗

Thanks for your energy and dedication. Here’s to many more!

#ActingToday #AnticipatingTomorrow #EUDAbirthday

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 22

📣 In a fast-moving info landscape, how do we stay connected?

Our new communication strategy shows how we’ll engage and evolve as Europe’s drug knowledge hub.

🔗 euda.europa.eu/publications/work-programmes-and-strategies/euda-communication-strategy-2025-2028_en

#ActingToday #AnticipatingTomorrow

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European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) @euda.europa.eu · Jul 21

Did you know that through the EU4MD II project, we’re strengthening cooperation and evidence-based drug policies in Europe?

📰Read the latest project newsletter: mailchi.mp/euda/eu4moni...
📬Subscribe: europa.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
🔍Learn more: euda.europa.eu/activities/e...

#TeamEurope

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