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Excellent report from @WHO_Europe on need for cancer warnings on alcohol products and momentum is growing internationally despite industry resistance. Consumer has #RightToKnow
https://iris.who.int/handle/10665/380399
Clear outline of the issues around alcohol and cancer. Low levels of public awareness that alcohol causes cancer, even at relatively low levels of consumption. Hence the importance of warning labels on alcohol products. @HsehealthW
The close link between alcohol and cancer
Most people are aware of the cancer risks associated with smoking. We see warnings on tobacco products and packagi...
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A third of children in Ireland are living with a parent who regularly binge drinks or is alcohol dependent. During #COAWeek read our blog on ending the silence around this most hidden of alcohol harms
Toolkit: https://alcoholireland.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/AAI_toolkit_Interactive_.pdf @IrelandSilent
Fear, love and omerta in the home - Alcohol Action Ireland
Children the victims of alcohol harm’s collateral damage A third of children in Ireland are living with a parent...
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Clear articulation of multiple health issues including brain function arising from alcohol. A new strategy is needed to address Ireland’s most widely available drug. @roinnslainte
https://www.independent.ie/life/health-wellbeing/health-features/as-a-leading-brain-surgeon-i-wish-more-people-knew-how-bad-alcohol-is-for-brain-function-long-term/a717209552.html
‘Regular drinking is bad for people. Apart from accidents caused by drinking, it’s bad for brain function as well, and I think it contributes to cognitive decline.
Alcohol contributes to a lot of anxiety and psychological illness, and medical illnesses such as liver conditions.’
‘It causes a lot of fights and violence, as well as problems with relationships and breakups – all that sort of stuff.’
So much heartbreak experienced by children/adults who grow up with parental problem alcohol use.
Solutions are possible:
Listen to our podcasts: https://alcoholireland.ie/our-work/campaigns/silent-voices/
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Silent Voices - Alcohol Action Ireland
Silent Voices Silent Voices, an initiative of Alcohol Action Ireland, that seeks to highlight the harm caused by p...
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Thanks to @katrionaos for her clear articulation of complicated issues on @RadioBrendanRTE re parental problem alcohol use.
1/3 children in Ireland live with a parent who binge drinks or is dependent on alcohol.
Issue must be part of new alcohol strategy @CarrollJennifer
Link to broadcast clip.
https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22487118/
Alcohol sponsors love sport for its positive brand associations & global audiences. This is exactly what the Public Health (Alcohol) Act was supposed to protect against in terms of alcohol ads being seen by children. The law must be enforced. READ MORE 👇
Booze-up at the Aviva underlines dark nature of alcohol sponsorship of sport - Alcohol Action...
On the afternoon of Tuesday 4th February 2025, RTÉs ‘Liveline’ show was inundated with calls from Irish rugby ...
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Is it surprising to see problems with alcohol consumption during rugby matches given the saturation level of Guinness marketing during Six Nations?
Certainly Diageo is pleased to note increased sales in stadiums due to sponsorship deals.
@robhynes23
https://www.irishmirror.ie/sport/rugby-union/theyre-not-watching-game-theyre-34625512
During 2024 Six Nations sales of pints of Guinness in stadiums were up 15% compared with 2022 according to Diageo annual report. Shareholders no doubt happy with that return on sponsorship investment.
https://www.diageo.com/~/media/Files/D/Diageo-V2/Diageo-Corp/investors/results-reports-and-events/annual-reports/diageo-annual-report-2024.pdf
[New to the library. Open access] Longitudinal associations between childhood adversity and alcohol use behaviours in early adulthood: Examining the mediating roles of parental and peer relationships https://www.drugsandalcohol.ie/42645/
Authors @DeirdreMongan @amcdoyle @briangalvin
What's the point in having laws regulating alcohol marketing if they're so egregiously flouted & no one bats an eyelid? Simply having laws doesn't protect children from predatory marketing practices - enforcement does @drivetimerte @joeliveline
Alcohol ads in Six Nations broadcasts spark fresh controversy
Alcohol Action Ireland has criticized alcohol ads during Ireland’s Six Nations match, calling for stricter enforcement of sponsorship regulations
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There are significant concerns about aspects of the Sale of Alcohol Bill which are likely to lead to increased alcohol harm.
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