Alcohol Horizon Bulletin Volume 3 Issue 9
September 24, 2011
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Intervention against Excessive Alcohol Consumption in Primary Health Care: A Survey of GPs’ Attitudes and Practices in England 10 Years On
September 24, 2011Source: Alcohol and Alcoholism 2011, 46 (5) p570-577
Date of publication: September/October 2011
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: This study found that there is still a gap between practice and potential for preventive work relating to alcohol problems. GPs also report not enough specific training and a lack of support.
Length of publication: 8 page report
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One on every corner
September 24, 2011Source: Alcohol Concern
Date of publication: September, 2011
Publication type: Research
In a nutshell: New research, commissioned by Alcohol Concern, shows a positive link between the density of off-licensed premises and harm from alcohol in underage drinkers.
Length of publication: 12 page report
Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK
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Alcohol and Calories
September 24, 2011Source: Alcohol Concern
Date of publication: August, 2011
Publication type: Briefing
In a nutshell: This briefing looks at how alcohol is contributing to increasing levels of overweight and obesity and makes recommendations for enabling the public to make healthier choices.
Length of publication: 4 page briefing
Acknowledgement: Alcohol Policy UK
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Topography of Drinking Behaviours in England
September 24, 2011Source: North West Public Health Observatory
Date of publication: August, 2011
Publication type: Report
In a nutshell: This report looks at the numbers and proportions of abstainers, lower risk, increasing risk and higher risk drinkers in local authorities in England.
Length of publication: 68 page report
Acknowledgement: Alcohol Concern
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