Australien. COVID-19 restrictions saw alcohol and other drug treatment service providers adapt
Australien. COVID-19 restrictions saw alcohol and other drug treatment service providers adapt
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic and with the introduction of new health regulations, the delivery of specialised treatment by alcohol and other drug treatment services was impacted. As restrictions eased in most jurisdictions, services adapted traditional practices as the type of treatment and where it is delivered are interrelated.
The Alcohol and other drug treatment services in Australia annual report 2020–21 shows that COVID-19 restrictions led to many treatment services adapting their practices by expanding access to online services and telehealth appointments. (AIHW – Australian Institue of Health and Welfare, Australien, 27.07.2022)
https://www.aihw.gov.au/news-media/media-releases/2021/july/covid-19-restrictions-saw-alcohol-and-other-drug-t