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Barnama
3 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
Melaka AADK Reports 87 Pct Increase In Client Recovery Rate Last Year
MELAKA, July 16 (Bernama) -- The recovery rate among clients of the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) in Melaka rose to 87 per cent last year, up from 85 per cent in 2023, according to state AADK director Noor Azrimah Ahmad. She said the figure was higher than the recovery rate targeted by AADK headquarters, which was set at 75 per cent. According to her, the rise in the recovery rate was driven by several factors, including the effectiveness of the Community-Based Treatment and Rehabilitation Programme (RPDK), as well as the clients' physical and psychological resilience, and strong support from their families and the community. 'Besides that, the AADK, with the cooperation of various parties, including the state government, regularly carries out programmes to reach out to the clients, helping them to foster self-will to reintegrate into the community. 'Through the RPDK programme, we conduct engagement sessions with clients either one-on-one or in groups, which they are required to attend at the district AADK office. The programme is also carried out within the community under the Program Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR),' she said last night. She spoke to reporters after the Second Chance: Kita Bantu Kita programme with RPDK clients, held in conjunction with the WRUR initiative for the Duyong state constituency. The event was officiated by State Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Communication Committee chairman Datuk Fairul Nizam Roslan, which was also attended by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem. Elaborating, Noor Azrimah said based on data, there are currently 1,400 AADK clients in the state who are still undergoing rehabilitation treatment. She said most of the clients were involved in the abuse of synthetic drugs, particularly amphetamine-type stimulants such as methamphetamine and ecstasy, noting that the relapse rate last year stood at 40 per cent. 'Therefore, families play a crucial role in supporting and helping clients stay away from drug abuse, while the community must also break the stigma against them by offering opportunities for reintegration,' she added.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Melaka AADK reports 87% recovery rate in drug rehabilitation
MELAKA: The National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) in Melaka recorded an 87 per cent recovery rate among its clients last year, marking an improvement from 85 per cent in 2023. State AADK director Noor Azrimah Ahmad attributed the rise to effective rehabilitation programmes and strong support systems. The recovery rate exceeded the national target of 75 per cent, highlighting the success of initiatives like the Community-Based Treatment and Rehabilitation Programme (RPDK). Noor Azrimah noted that physical and psychological resilience, along with family and community backing, played key roles in the positive outcome. 'Through RPDK, we conduct engagement sessions with clients individually or in groups, ensuring they remain committed to recovery,' she said. The programme operates under the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative, fostering reintegration into society. Currently, 1,400 clients in Melaka are undergoing rehabilitation, with synthetic drugs like methamphetamine and ecstasy being the most commonly abused substances. Despite progress, the relapse rate remains at 40 per cent, underscoring the need for continued support. Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem emphasised the importance of community involvement in reducing stigma. 'The Second Chance programme ensures clients feel valued and supported in their recovery journey,' he said. - Bernama
