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The Swiss Four Pillar Policy

Switzerland’s Four-Pillar Drug Policy is internationally recognized as an innovative yet pragmatic approach. Since its adoption in 1994, it has combined the four pillars of prevention, therapy, harm reduction, and law enforcement into a balanced framework addressing both public health and social security.

In this quiz module, you will test your knowledge of the historical background, the key milestones , the differences across cantons and the international context.

This section provides a selection of diverse resources intended to support your preparation for and completion of the quiz. The materials may include scientific articles, official reports, practice guidelines, and other relevant documents offering complementary perspectives. Engaging with these resources prior to or during the quiz will help you deepen your understanding of the subject matter, strengthen your analytical approach, and enhance the overall quality of your learning process.

Heroin-assisted treatment in Switzerland: a case study in policy change

Uchtenhagen A. Addiction. 2010;105:29-37.

Understanding policy change with the advocacy coalition framework: an application to Swiss drug policy

Kübler D. J Eur Public Policy. 2001;8(4):623-641.

How and why AIDS changed drug policy in Switzerland

Somaini B, Grob P. J Public Health Policy. 2012;33:317-324.

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