Pages

Friday, December 8, 2023

Alcohol News - 49/2023


World Health Organization (WHO) - Global report on the use of alcohol taxes, 2023
This report provides an assessment of taxes applied to alcoholic beverages at the global level. It qualitatively compares their design and provides estimates of standardized metrics to compare tax levels between countries, for the first time at the global level.
Read more

Financial Times - How alcohol became a crutch for professional women
Alcohol lubricated the working culture when Allyson Clark started out in the technology sector 15 years ago. The ethos, she said, was to “have a drink, stay out until 2am with your co-workers”.
Read more

The New York Times (USA) - Scientists in Discredited Alcohol Study Will Not Advise U.S. on Drinking Guidelines
Two researchers with ties to beer and liquor companies had been named to a panel that will review the health evidence on alcohol consumption.
Read more

NY Post (USA) - Workplaces warned of dangers of ‘very loose’ alcohol consumption at Christmas parties
Offices have been warned by multiple researchers that the alcohol so common at workplace events – such as the annual Christmas party – has consistently led to dangerous consequences for its employees.
Read more

Psychiatry Advisor - Alcohol Use is Associated with Suicidality Among Patients With Schizophrenia
Alcohol use is associated with an increased risk for suicide-related outcomes among individuals with schizophrenia, according to findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis published in Psychological Medicine.
Read more

Total Croatia News (Croatia) - ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION TO BE BANNED ON RIJEKA BEACHES
Alcohol consumption is set to be banned on Rijeka beaches, with a nearby destination also set to dole out fines for other acts.
Read more

Worldcrunch (Europe) - How Gen Z Is Breaking Europe's Eternal Alcohol Habit
From Irish whisky to French wine to German beer, Europe has long been known for alcohol consumption. Of the top 10 countries for drinking, nine are in the European Union, according to the World Health Organization.
Read more

Newsweek - How Much Could You Save By Giving Up Alcohol?
Americans could save an average of $3,000 if they gave up alcohol for one year, a new study found.
Read more

NCD Alliance - We are what we drink: WHO tax policy resources aim to lower consumption of alcohol and sugary drinks
Alcohol and sugary drinks are two major drivers of NCDs, and raising taxes on these products is proven effective for lowering consumption. New World Health Organization resources provide a potent tool for governments who want to protect their people from these harmful substances.
Read more

AlcoholAndCancer - Exploring the impact of alcohol policies on global cancer outcomes
This is based on the demonstrated association between lower API scores and higher cancer mortality rates. Continued or increased alcohol consumption without robust PHP could lead to higher incidence and mortality from alcohol-associated cancers.
Read more

NordAN (Sweden) - One in five Swedes unaware that early alcohol initiation increases risk of future alcohol problems
A recent survey conducted by Novus reveals that many Swedes are not aware of the long-term risks associated with alcohol consumption. The study also highlights variations in knowledge across different counties.
Read more

IAS blog - Mistletoe and Wine: Alcohol advertising at Christmas time
Exposure to alcohol adverts or other audio-visual content (AVC) in the media leads to alcohol initiation and subsequent use by adolescents and continued use by adults, especially those at risk of an alcohol use disorder or those in recovery. This is due to normalising alcohol use in society through social norms.
Read more

No comments: