The field of addressing the world drug problem is 'plagued' by misinformation of many kinds. In 2020, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking emphasizes the need to improve the understanding of the world drug problem. The theme āBetter Knowledge for Better Careā, embodies how better knowledge will foster greater international cooperation for countering its impact on health, governance and security. encourages individuals, non-profit organizations, the private sector and Member States to use their to get involved in its social media campaign.
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Organized crime thrives in times of crisis. We must ensure COVID-19 does not provide new opportunities for human traffickers. During lockdowns, those in domestic or sex work are more exposed to violence and abuse. Migrants and seasonal workers face more precarious working conditions.
From selling fake coronavirus cures online to cyberattacks on hospitals, crime and misinformation is also increasing during the COVID-19 crisis. The United Nations has stepped up its fight against a proliferation of false information about the virus. The excessive amount of information, infodemics, can hamper an effective public health response and create confusion and distrust among people. Secretary-General AntĆ³nio Guterres has also warned about the dangerous epidemic of misinformation.
The (INCB) will its 2019 on 27 February 2020 (11 am CET). The report this year has a special focus on improving substance use prevention and treatment services for young people. It also addresses global inequalities in access to pain medications and highlights the prominent role of cannabis among adolescents and adults. Regional developments, among them the opioid crisis in North America and the need to address the illegal drug economy in Afghanistan, are also covered.