#alcoholharm
What does the evidence tell us about alcohol and gender-based violence?

Dr Leane Ramsoomar of SAMRC & CHASE-SA discusses the link between harmful drinking, violence and policy responses.

🎥 Watch the full interview: youtu.be/aEJc6kIL_Zs?...

#CHASESA #AlcoholHarm #GBV
October 2, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Alcohol-related deaths and harms are rising, yet schools and organisations linked to them still promote drinking. They should be educating young Australians about the risks, not helping normalise alcohol, Ross Fitzgerald writes. #AlcoholHarm #PublicHealth #Education
Australia must break the link between alcohol, schools and sport
Alcohol-related deaths and harms are rising, yet schools and organisations associated with them still promote drinking. Education should help break the cycle, not reinforce it.
pearlsandirritations.com
September 5, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Are #noalcohol and #lowalcohol drinks a substitute or addition to alcoholic beverages? @dremilynicholls explores her recent research discussing evidence of gendered marketing, and the potential of #NoLos to reduce #alcoholharm. Watch it here: https://buff.ly/3nrWEun
February 6, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Weak regulation of alcohol availability fuels harm and deepens health inequities in Aotearoa NZ. This Briefing highlights how councils can use local alcohol policies to reduce these harms. #AlcoholHarm #HealthEquity #Tiriti
www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/loc...
Local alcohol policies: What’s the opportunity to reduce harm?
Recent law changes mean councils across Aotearoa New Zealand have increased powers to develop and enforce effective Local Alcohol Policies that reduce alcohol availability and the associated harms in ...
www.phcc.org.nz
October 22, 2024 at 10:55 PM
Alcohol harms individuals, whānau, and communities, costing NZ $9.1B annually. New laws empower councils to create more effective local alcohol policies to help reduce this harm. #PublicHealth #AlcoholHarm

www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/loc...
Local alcohol policies: What’s the opportunity to reduce harm?
Recent law changes mean councils across Aotearoa New Zealand have increased powers to develop and enforce effective Local Alcohol Policies that reduce alcohol availability and the associated harms in ...
www.phcc.org.nz
October 22, 2024 at 8:25 PM
The response argues that the proposed reforms represent a dangerous shift away from public protection towards facilitating economic growth for the alcohol industry, and highlights serious concerns about the consultation process.

#PublicHealth #AlcoholHarm #HealthEquity
November 10, 2025 at 4:18 PM
UCT and SAMRC have launched CHASE-SA, a major research initiative tackling harmful alcohol use in South Africa and Botswana. Mapping the full alcohol environment and co-creating solutions with communities, the project aims to ↓ alcohol-related harm & strengthen public health #AlcoholHarm #CHASE-SA
December 4, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Our new paper discusses the challenge of how clinicians and other treatment providers should respond to the use of alcohol-free and low-alcohol (no/lo) products by patients with, or at risk of developing, severe alcohol-related health problems including AUD and ARLD. #PublicHealth #AlcoholHarm
November 12, 2025 at 11:14 AM
We used the Sheffield Alcohol Policy Model to look at the long-term impact of promoting the Drink Less app through a mass media campaign or GP recommendations. We found that both options could significantly reduce alcohol-related harm and save the NHS millions of pounds #publichealth #alcoholharm
Sheffield research shows Drink Less app could save lives and millions for the NHS - Sheffield Addictions Research Group
A new study led by Professor Colin Angus of the Sheffield Addictions Research Group (SARG) has revealed the significant potential of the Drink Less app in reducing alcohol-related harm and saving the ...
sarg-sheffield.ac.uk
January 29, 2025 at 10:22 AM
France is strengthening drowning prevention for summer 2026, with a new focus on alcohol. Santé publique France highlights that alcohol increases the risk of severe and fatal drownings, especially in rivers and lakes. #AlcoholHarm #PublicHealth #DrowningPrevention
alcoholcampaign.org/2026/06/03/f...
France strengthens drowning prevention for summer 2026, with alcohol risk in focus
Santé publique France’s 2025 drowning report highlights 1,418 drownings, with 409 fatal, marking an increase from 2024. Rising risks, especially among adults, prompt expanded prevention campa…
alcoholcampaign.org
June 3, 2026 at 6:28 AM
World Liver Day on April 19 put liver health in focus, and alcohol remains one of the key risks. Liver damage can develop silently over time, which makes reducing alcohol intake an important step in prevention. #WorldLiverDay #LiverHealth #AlcoholHarm
alcoholcampaign.org/2026/04/21/w...
World Liver Day 2026
World Liver Day on April 19 emphasized liver health, urging attention to factors like diet and alcohol. The campaign highlighted the need for realistic habits to prevent liver disease and related h…
alcoholcampaign.org
April 21, 2026 at 6:24 AM
📉 Alcohol-specific deaths fell in 2024 — but 1,185 lives were still lost. Rates are 4.5x higher in Scotland’s most deprived areas. We support urgent, compassionate action rooted in evidence and human rights. 🔗 sdf.org.uk
#AlcoholHarm #PublicHealth #AFutureBeyondYourPast
September 25, 2025 at 9:16 AM
[The Wish Jar]
My mother left her dreams.
that she saved up all her life.

dont let Addiction ruin your life, or your family.

#myart #digitalArt #grief #AlcoholHarm
March 29, 2026 at 8:51 AM
🌍 South African research takes the global stage!
Prof Charles delivered the opening address at GAPC 2026, highlighting how South African evidence on alcohol harm and community action is shaping public health and policy worldwide.
🔗 gapc2026.org

#CHASESA #AlcoholPolicy #PublicHealth #AlcoholHarm
April 9, 2026 at 12:13 PM
“This is the first large-scale study in southern Africa to map the entire alcohol environment – from industry supply chains to community-level drinking norms.”
— Richard Matzopoulos

🔗 www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-202...

#CHASESA #AlcoholHarm #PublicHealth
February 11, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Alcohol harm is a public health crisis, yet industry lobbying is blocking the action we know works.

We must put people’s health before profits, protect children, and back evidence-based policy to reduce harm and ease pressure on our NHS.

labourlist.org/2026/02/alco...

#PublicHealth #AlcoholHarm
'Alcohol harm is a public health crisis — and industry lobbying is blocking action' - LabourList
Alcohol deaths remain high and harm costs billions, yet industry lobbying helped strip marketing restrictions from England’s 10 Year Health Plan. We need better conflict of interest guidance argues Ca...
labourlist.org
February 2, 2026 at 11:46 AM
🚨ACV has just made a submission on the review of the Liquor Control Reform (Prohibited Supply) Regulations 2015.

Read more on why we think a ban on rapid intoxication drinks is worth a shot: www.alcoholchangevic.org/post/ban-on-...

#AlcoholPolicy #AlcoholHarm #PublicHealth
Ban on rapid intoxication drinks is worth a shot
Alcohol Change Victoria calls for trial of a ban on rapid intoxication products.
www.alcoholchangevic.org
July 23, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Global conference on #AlcoholHarm announced ⬇️

By @alcoholreview.bsky.social 20 March 2025

#Inclusive #Sustainable #PublicHealth #Alcohol
Alcohol Review is pleased to invite participants to its first online annual conference, a uniquely powerful and sustainable global forum for anyone involved in overcoming the profound challenges of alcohol harm.
alcohol-review.com
Alcohol Review 2025 - Alcohol Review
Join a uniquely powerful and sustainable global forum for anyone involved in overcoming the profound challenges of alcohol harm.
alcohol-review.com
November 28, 2024 at 3:01 PM
As a member of @aha-uk.bsky.social, we were pleased to support a debate in Parliament this week on alcohol harm and cancer, spotlighting the mounting public health burden of #AlcoholHarm.

Read more: britishlivertrust.org.uk/alcohol-and-...

#AlcoholAwarenessWeek
Alcohol and Cancer: Parliament’s Call for Action on Alcohol Harm
The British Liver Trust, as part of the Alcohol Health Alliance, was delighted to support a debate …
britishlivertrust.org.uk
July 10, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Dropped everything bar being a Mum a decade ago to focus on my career. This makes it all worth while. I’m so looking forward to this and hearing the other speakers. #publichealth #addiction #therapist #alcoholharm
November 28, 2025 at 1:43 PM
"What are my health risks, costs and calories from drinking #alcohol? What could I gain or save from drinking less?"

Enter your current drinking habits to explore how alcohol impacts your health, costs and calories.

Use this free online tool to find out right away!

#DryJanuary #AlcoholHarm
January 4, 2025 at 8:46 PM