Alcohol-related liver disease patients deserve better care, says report
Hospital staff are taking a dismissive attitude towards patients who have alcohol-related liver disease and lives could be needlessly lost, a review of patient deaths has reported. From The Guardian…
Under no circumstances should anyone ever engage in water activities under the influence of alcohol
The Irish Coast Guard has today launched its new 'Stay Safe on the Water' TV advertising campaign aimed at families, leisure users and the fishing industry during the busy summer…
A letter to the Irish Medical Times regarding its regular wine feature
Dear Editor, It's encouraging for the health of your readers that we now have a growing number of doctors pro-alcohol writing in Irish Medical Times. The fact that Dr Ruairi…
Minimum pricing: influence, politics and… waiting
Since the Queen's speech failed to confirm whether Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) truly has has been ditched, the jostling, debate and politics surrounding the issue goes on. From Alcohol Policy…
Is alcohol advertising harming girls?
Are the companies who sell alcoholic drinks comparable to cigarette marketers? One doctor thinks so, and is taking the industry to task for the way it advertises to young girls.…
Ban alcohol adverts at music and sport events, says charity
Alcohol advertising should be banned at music and sports events to protect young people from excessive exposure, a charity says. From BBC News Alcohol Concern said many young people recognised…
Irish men more likely to die from cancer – report
A report from the Irish Cancer Society has found that Irish men are more at risk of getting and dying of cancer than women. From RTE.ie The first report to…
BBC News – Glasgow project offers early help to change drinking habits
A service aimed at tackling problem drinking in its early stages has been officially opened in Glasgow.
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