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We are pleased to contribute to the Dept of Health’s consultation on developing a new strategy for drugs. There is a need for a dedicated strategy for alcohol which encompasses both prevention measures and services for those impacted by alcohol harm. https://alcoholireland.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Alcohol-Action-Ireland-submisssion-Drugs-Strategy-consultation-Dept-of-Health-March-2025.pdf
Breast cancer rates rising. Further reasons to ensure consumers are warned about cancer risk from alcohol. Glad that Ireland is leading the way with health information labelling mandatory on alcohol products from May 2026.
Breast cancer diagnoses and deaths to surge by 2050, scientists say
There will be 3.2 million new cases and 1.1 million deaths a year worldwide by 2050 if current trends continue, study found
www.irishexaminer.com
As a former chair of AAI I am very proud of the contribution AAI makes to public health and its advocating for reduction of harms caused by alcohol consumption. The Sale of Alcohol Bill will also have impact on domestic violence. Silent Voices knows that impact. @MichealMartinTD
So inspiring to see the improving alcohol situation in Lithuania with its complete ban on alcohol advertising and other measures on pricing and availability.
Life expectancy rising, hospital admissions due to alcohol use declining.
Lithuania is a unique case in cutting alcohol consumption – experts
Lithuania has managed to cut alcohol consumption significantly in record time after implementing the World Health Organi...
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Clear articulation of why Ireland is progressing its alcohol health information labelling. Usual howls of protest from vested interests about these common sense measures. Time to put the consumer first and provide the facts not just myths on the bottle.
Letters to the Editor, February 19th: On alcohol and warning labels, and defending Europe
Alcohol health warning labels will have beneficial implications for Irish consumers
www.irishtimes.com
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: @IrelandSilent
We’ll never stop championing the needs of children affected by a parent’s drinking.
Join our movement for change this #COAWeek to help some of the most vulnerable and hidden kids you can imagine.
http://Coaweek.org.uk @CalumBest
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.
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It is #COAWeek! Let's break the silence about what is like growing up with a parent who drinks too much.
This year is all about our Movement for Change.
With calls for child bereavement at record highs, a lot of change is needed!
Find out more: http://coaweek.org.uk
What we're working on now
Highlighting the harm caused by problem alcohol use in the home and its impact across the lifespan.
There are significant concerns about aspects of the Sale of Alcohol Bill which are likely to lead to increased alcohol harm.
Ireland’s Public Health Alcohol Act is based on WHO ‘best buys’ of price, promotion & availability to tackle alcohol harm.
Harnessesing the lived experience of people in recovery from alcohol to drive policy change.
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