Substance abuse care can depend on postcode
An article on the BBC News website explains how drug users in need of care may not receive the treatment they need due to where they live. A report conducted by the Healthcare Commission and the National Treatment Agency showed that only 5% of the 149 Drud Action Teams around the UK were rated as providing an excellent service. Furthermore, only 23% were given a rating of good, 71% were said to be fair and 1% given a rating of weak.
Research conducted in the last few years suggests that sufferers of substance misuse are more likely to recover or improve their condition if treatment continues for three months. It has been noted that services have improved but in many circumstances access to a longer period of care and treatment depends on the availability of the service in your area. For more information about this topic visit the BBC Websites Health section.