Resources, Reports, Tools, Lists, and Full Text Documents
Narcotics
Source: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Just released: World Drug Report
“The negative impacts of the illicit drug trade touch every society in the world. This year’s World Drug Report estimates that 200 million people, or 5% of the global population age 15-64, have consumed illicit drugs at least once in the last 12 months. The drug trade is pernicious and large. UNODC estimates its retail value at US$ 321bn. It impacts almost every level of human security from individual health, to safety and social welfare. Its consequences are especially devastating for countries with limited resources available to fight against it. The World Drug Report 2005 provides one of the most comprehensive overviews of illicit drug trends at the international level.” Download sections, including statistics, in PDF. (via DocuTicker)
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Mental Health
Source: World Health Organization
New, WHO Resource Book on Mental Health, Human Rights and Legislation
18 pages; PDF. From the news release, “…a landmark book which will guide countries and support stakeholders in creating mental health legislation. The WHO Resource Book on Mental Health, Human Rights and Legislation includes input from consultations with hundreds of experts and stakeholders throughout the world, leaders in psychiatry, psychology, law, and human rights, as well as representatives from mental health service users, family groups and NGOs.”
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Independence Day–United States
Source: U.S. Census
Fast Facts, The Fourth of July 2005
Facts include:
+ $17.3 million, The value of U.S. manufacturers, shipments of fireworks in 2002.
+ 150 million, number of hot dogs (all varieties) expected to be consumed by Americans on the Fourth.
+ Nearly 69 million, number of Americans who said they have taken part in a barbecue [PDF] during the previous year.
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Medicare–Drug Benefits
Source: National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
Medicare Resource Center
” Welcome to your one-stop online Medicare Part D resource, giving community pharmacists the knowledge and tools they need to successfully transition their patients and practices to Medicare Part D. You’ll find materials and resources addressing Medicare Part D contracts, how to talk with your patients who are Medicare beneficiaries, education opportunities, and more.”
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Corporate Scandals–United States–Factbox
Source: Reuters
Factbox: Implicated executives in U.S. corporate scandals

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