The Healthy - Here’s
Who Is at Greatest Risk for Developing Cancer from Drinking Alcohol
Approximately four percent to 10% of breast cancer cases in the United
States are attributed to alcohol consumption. "I’m not sure women fully
understand how alcohol affects their risk," one women's dietitian told us.
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The Guardian
(Australia) - ‘Alcogenic society’: Australian hospitals see steep rise in
severe alcohol-related disease
One quarter of intensive care resources in a major regional tertiary
hospital have been used to treat critical illness directly related to alcohol
consumption, a Queensland physician claims.
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Irish Mirror
(Ireland) - Big change coming for alcohol sale hours in supermarkets like
SuperValu, Tesco and more
A number of changes are coming into effect for Irish supermarkets regarding
the hours within which they can sell alcohol to customers.
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The Mayor
(Ireland) - Ireland to ditch 200-year old alcohol laws and boost nightclubs
Today, Irish authorities announced plans to amend the country’s alcohol
licensing laws. The amendments are aimed at boosting urban culture, as well as
nightclubs. This should, in turn, make Ireland an attractive destination on par
with the rest of Europe, as Deputy Prime Minister (Tánaiste) Leo Varadkar, put
it in a press statement.
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Baltic News Network
(Latvia) - Ministry of Health plans preventive measures to help reduce
alcohol and narcotics abuse
To protect residents from addictive substances, it is necessary to adopt
preventive measures for residents and focus groups, including persons using
substances in a risky and damaging way, as well as people already addicted to
different substances, as stated in the report prepared by the ministry.
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NORTHERN ADVOCATE
(New Zealand) - John Williamson: We need political will to tackle alcohol
behind the wheel
Earlier this month I spent a day and a bit back in council chambers,
attending, listening to and giving evidence in opposition to the application
for a new bottle store at Maunu, not far from where we live.
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Healthline - Study
Finds Alcohol But Not Caffeine Can Affect Success of Fertility Treatments
New research found that caffeine doesn’t appear to impact the success of
fertility treatments, however, regular alcohol consumption can reduce people’s
chances of getting pregnant and having a live birth after these treatments.
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Latvian Public
Broadcasting (Latvia) - Alcohol consumption grows in Latvia both legally and
illegally
In the first seven months of the year, each resident of Latvia has drunk
more than 18 liters of alcohol, according to data from the State Revenue
Service (VID) which shows a growing volume of alcohol marketed for domestic
consumption. Illegal alcohol movement is also picking up.
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InSight
(Australia) - Delivering a message: alcohol causes breast cancer
BREAST cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in Australia and
alcohol accounts for 10% of diagnoses. Alcohol is a Class-1 carcinogen.
However, we live in an “alcogenic” society in Australia where alcohol is
everywhere.
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The Connexion
(France) - French government considers new hunting rules including alcohol
ban
The rules on alcohol and drug use may be the same as those for driving,
while other measures may also be implemented. Yet, the government has so far
ruled out a Sunday ban
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Stuff (New
Zealand) - Health experts worry alcoholic iceblocks might appeal to kids
An alcoholic treat that resembles an iceblock that is popular with children
poses “significant risks”, Alcohol Healthwatch says.
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American Journal
of Managed Care - Study Finds Links Between Alcohol Consumption and Smoking
in Adolescence and Later Mood Disorders
While links between adolescent coffee habits in adolescents and mood
disorders in adulthood were not seen, researchers did find evidence for later
health issues related to smoking and alcohol.
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NordAN (Denmark)
- Denmark: Voters ready for 18-year-old limit for buying alcohol
Young people under 18 should not be able to buy alcohol. This is the
opinion of almost two out of three voters, according to a new poll. The Danish
Cancer Society calls on politicians to use the election campaign to debate the
high alcohol consumption of young people.
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