New roadmap for treatment of acute pancreatitis Experts hope the research will change the mindset of clinicians to better target treatment strategies.
Misrepresentation of self-reported drinking and genetic studies New research investigates whether misreporting and changes in behaviour can prejudice the results of genetic studies on alcohol consumption.
Investment in specialist drug and alcohol treatment The Victorian Government has announced millions in funding for new residential rehabilitation facilities.
How GPs can help patients reduce drinking in line with new guidelines Healthy Australians should drink no more than 10 standard drinks a week, according to new NHMRC guidelines.
Beer intake did not increase during lockdown Research shows the beverage, disproportionately associated with risky drinking behaviour, was not consumed more at home despite venue closures.
One in eight summer ED presentations relate to alcohol A nationwide ‘snapshot’ of emergency departments has laid bare the burden alcohol and methamphetamines place on Australian hospitals.
Seeing the slow change Dr Hester Wilson writes about the habits that can kill us – and how changes can come almost without realising.
New FASD algorithm to deliver targeted prescribing guidelines Researchers have published a world-first method guiding healthcare providers towards the best treatment for complex FASD symptoms.
No safe level of alcohol consumption during pregnancy: Study New research shows ‘any’ alcohol use in pregnancy is associated with psychological and behavioural effects in children.
A perfect storm for spike in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder As alcohol use increases during the pandemic, Dr Magdalena Simonis and Dr Karin Hammarberg argue the spike is likely – and we need to be ready.