Despite decades of research on alcohol’s harms, the reality remains striking: the health risks of alcohol are largely misunderstood or downplayed, both in the policy arena and by the public.
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University of Chicago News - What’s the
truth about alcohol’s benefits and risks? with Tim Stockwell
We have long heard the claims that a glass of red wine is good for your
heart, but it turns out that the research that fueled this wisdom was actually
skewed.
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News-Medical - Understanding the mechanisms
behind alcohol-associated liver disease
A newly published review in eGastroenterology compiles recent research on
alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD), offering an overview of its
pathogenesis and efforts to better understand this condition.
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The Conversation (South Africa) - South
Africa wants to make alcohol more expensive. Why it’s a good idea – health
economist
South Africa’s National Treasury has proposed raising excise taxes to curb
excessive drinking in the country. According to a 2018 World Health
Organization report, 60% of South African drinkers aged 15 and older engage in
heavy episodic drinking.
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BBC (England) - Deaths from alcohol at
record high in England
There has been "a catastrophic rise" in deaths caused solely by
alcohol in England over the past four years, government figures suggest.
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RNZ (New Zealand) - Gen Z drinking alcohol
less, or not at all
A trend away from alcohol for Gen Z is being replicated here in New
Zealand, according to a local industry body.
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The Guardian (Sweden) - The Swedish
sobriety secret: dry December – and off-licences shut on a Saturday night
For decades, the authorities in Sweden have encouraged people to drink
responsibly – and with a state alcohol monopoly, strict rules and growing
abstinence, they seem to be succeeding
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Alliance Party of Northern Ireland (Ireland) -
It’s time for action to tackle dangerous effects of alcohol, says Donnelly.
Alliance Health Spokesperson, Danny Donnelly MLA, was speaking following
the publication of alcohol-specific deaths in Northern Ireland which revealed
that deaths caused by alcohol has risen by 65 per cent in the last 10 years,
stating it’s time we took action to tackle the harmful effects of alcohol and
save lives.
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Medical Xpress - Alcohol, adolescents and
parental perceptions
New research led by Flinders University is expanding the understanding of
parents' attitudes towards supplying alcohol to their underage children.
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Alcohol Change Australia - New data
highlights the need for prompt action on alcohol in Australia.
New data out this week from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
reveals that alcohol use remains a leading risk factor contributing to the
burden of disease in Australia, motivating Alcohol Change Australia to continue
to call for prompt government action to reduce alcohol-related harm for all
Australians.
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IAS Blog - Beyond the ‘Wine Mum’:
Understanding Midlife Women’s Drinking
Alcohol use among midlife women (late 30s to 50s) has received increased
attention in research recently. Alongside this, popular representations of
“wine mums” – stressed caregivers who turn to wine for relief – have grown.
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IAS Blog - New alcohol mortality data
presents a bleak picture for England
New figures, published by the Office of Health Improvement and Disparities
(OHID) as part of their Local Alcohol Profiles for England, show that England
set another unwanted record in 2023, with the highest number of
alcohol-specific deaths on record.
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NordAN (Norway) - Half of Oslo residents
agree: Too much alcohol is consumed around children during Christmas
A new survey conducted by Ipsos on behalf of Av-og-til reveals that 50% of
Oslo residents believe too much alcohol is consumed during Christmas when
children are present.
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NordAN (Estonia) - Estonia sets new goals
with "Alcohol use reduction directions 2025–2035"
The Ministry of Social Affairs has released the draft strategy Alcohol use
reduction directions 2025–2035 for public discussion before it proceeds for
final approval by the government.
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Alcohol and Cancer - New research explores population-level
alcohol consumption and cancer mortality
The link between alcohol and cancer is well-established, with a growing
body of evidence cementing alcohol's role as a significant risk factor for an
array of cancer types.
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Alcohol Awareness (Estonia) - Breaking the
silence: addressing alcohol-fueled family violence during the holidays
The Estonian Police and Border Guard’s new campaign addresses a deeply
concerning issue that resurfaces with greater intensity during the festive
season: family violence. Alcohol consumption, often amplified during holiday
celebrations, is identified as a major factor fueling these incidents.
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