Public Support for State-based Alcohol Regulation is Very High
Public Support for State-based Alcohol Regulation is Very High Source: Public Action Management by Pamela S. Erickson June 19, 2019 As far as the public is concerned, our state-based system of alcohol regulation is on solid ground. This is the overall finding of a poll conducted by the Center for Alcohol Policy (CAP). This continued […]
Women not aware enough of breast cancer link to alcohol
Women not aware enough of breast cancer link to alcohol Source: https://www.bbc.com/ June 19, 2019 Women know too little about alcohol’s role in increasing breast cancer risk, a study suggests. Only one in five women attending a breast cancer clinic knew it was a risk factor. But alcohol consumption is estimated to be responsible for […]
A Ten-Year Plan To Reduce Global Alcohol Consumption Is Showing Results
A Ten-Year Plan To Reduce Global Alcohol Consumption Is Showing Results Forbes By Thomas Pellechia, Contributor June 10, 2019 There’s a global move to get people to drink less alcohol. WHO is behind the move, and that is not a question, who being the World Health Organization. As of just a few years ago, a WHO chart listed France’s […]
WV: New DUI Simulator to be Unveiled
WV: New DUI Simulator to be Unveiled News Release WV ABCA June 7, 2019 Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration (WVABCA) will hold a press conference on Monday, June 10 at 1:30 p.m. to present the citizens of West Virginia with a brand-new DUI Simulator. WVABCA Commissioner Fred Wooton said, “The […]
UT: There may be a gap between 3.2 beer disappearing in Utah, and heavier brews moving in
UT: There may be a gap between 3.2 beer disappearing in Utah, and heavier brews moving in FOX 13 News By Ben Winslow June 12, 2019 SALT LAKE CITY — There may be a slight gap between 3.2 beer being removed from grocery and convenience store shelves and heavier brews being moved in. Speaking on the “Utah […]
Africa: High-density of alcohol outlets and advertising affect youth drinking
Africa: High-density of alcohol outlets and advertising affect youth drinking Medical Xpress by Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health June 12, 2019 Alcohol use among Tanzanian youth is rising and the high density of alcohol selling outlets and alcohol advertisements coupled with low enforcement of minimum drinking age laws are likely facilitating this uptick, according […]
Cheaper supersized ‘alcopops’ a serious risk for underage drinkers
Cheaper supersized ‘alcopops’ a serious risk for underage drinkers News Medical and Life Sciences By Dr. Ananya Mandal, MD June 12 2019 Experts have warned that alcopops are posing a new threat to underage drinkers. These alcopops are ready-to-drink flavoured alcoholic drinks that contain more alcohol than usual, they warn. The latest study by George Mason […]
Research evaluates prenatal care providers’ understanding of alcohol exposure and screening practices
Research evaluates prenatal care providers’ understanding of alcohol exposure and screening practices News Medical and Life Sciences Reviewed by James Ives, M.Psych. (Editor) June 13 2019 There is no amount, pattern or timing of alcohol use during pregnancy proven safe for a developing fetus. Repeat: there is no amount, pattern or timing of alcohol use during […]
Massachusetts Alcohol Responsibility Program launched in Waltham:
Massachusetts Alcohol Responsibility Program launched in Waltham: “A new paradigm for safe and responsible alcohol sales and service” RRForum June 13, 2019 Waltham, Massachusetts – The Responsible Retailing Forum (RRForum) has launched the Massachusetts Alcohol Responsibility Program (MA ARP) in the City of Waltham. The MA ARP is a public-private partnership between the RRForum, Massachusetts cities and towns, and alcohol beverage […]
Alcohol’s role in the relationship between Sweden and Norway
Alcohol’s role in the relationship between Sweden and Norway Science Nordic By Nancy Bazilchuk (based on an article by Bård Amundsen) June 14, 2019 Neighbouring countries often have interesting relationships— think France and Germany, or the USA and Canada. Norway and Sweden are no exception — especially when it comes to alcohol. Norwegians and Swedes […]