Finglas Cabra Drug & Alcohol Task Force

09/04/2026

Alcohol can cause 7 different forms of cancer. Watch our video to find out more about how alcohol works in your body.

Check out Finglas Cabra LDTAF’s video.

07/04/2026

Today is ! Each year is themed to address a specific health topic affecting our world. The 7th of April marks the anniversary of the founding of the WHO in 1948

This year’s theme is Together for Health
and celebrates the research and innovation done by scientists every day to improve the health of the world.

For more information, check out the World Health Organisation's campaign at https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day

02/04/2026

Footage from our brilliant International Women's Day Event last month, hosted by Jackie from the Task Force and Roísín from An Siol Community Development Project (CDP) 💜

The event embodied the theme of International Women's Day 2026 , letting women celebrate the community they live in 🚺

02/04/2026

Find more factual information about alcohol and how it affects our health at askboutalcohol.ie.

In emergencies always contact 999 or 112.

Wishing all of our colleagues and community members a safe and happy Easter 🐰🪺🍭

31/03/2026

Please share -
Our next Co***ne Programme is starting on 21st April, here in FAST Finglas. This is a free 12 week programme which runs every Tuesday from 6.30pm - 8.30pm & Thursday from 6.30pm to 7.30pm..

If you are looking to address your problem then call 01 8110595 and ask to speak to Trish or email trish@fastltd.ie

30/03/2026

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19/03/2026

18/03/2026

Here's Sarah Linnie, our Prevention and Education Lead, introducing the Peer to Peer Program she coordinates with secondary school students in the Finglas Cabra area 🔆

Sarah presented the Finglas Cabra Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force's 2026 plan for Substance Use Prevention & Education at our event held on the 6th of February 🌟

For more information about Sarah's work for the year, you can check out the full video on our website here ✨ https://finglascabraldtf.ie/videos/

16/03/2026

HSE Drug Trend Warning Ahead of St. Patrick’s Day
Today on RTÉ Radio 1 Morning Ireland, Nicki Killeen, HSE Emerging Drug Trends Manager, spoke about major changes in the drug market and the extra risks linked to powders and high‑strength drugs as we head into the St. Patrick’s Day festivities. https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22592054/
Nicki highlighted that:
New and more potent drugs are circulating across Ireland.
Powders being sold as “cocaine” may actually contain multiple substances, including ketamine or synthetic stimulants like 3‑MMC, increasing the risk of overdose or unpredictable effects.
Some powders found recently contained up to five different drugs in a single sample.
Young people are increasingly adding powders to drinks, which can lead to taking far more M**A or stimulants than intended.
Her key message is clear:
“Every bag is different, and the risks right now are high.”
The HSE is urging people to be aware of what’s happening in the market and to understand the dangers of high‑strength pills, powders, and crystals.
If you choose to use:
Start low, go slow
Avoid mixing substances
Know the signs of a drug emergency
Call for help immediately — Medics are your mates
Stay informed, look out for your friends, and keep yourself safe this St. Patrick’s weekend.
Follow Drugs.ie for alerts, harm‑reduction advice, and up‑to‑date drug trend information.

12/03/2026

25/11/2025

Today we are wearing purple to help raise awareness on the violence women and girls face every day. Find out more here https://www.un.org/en/observances/ending-violence-against-women-day💜💜💜💜