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New action plan for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

New action plan for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

The Federal Government has announced a new national action plan and $7.2 million in funding to fight FASD.


I need to tell the whole story: Alcohol, depression and hidden truths

I need to tell the whole story: Alcohol, depression and hidden truths

Dr Hester Wilson reflects on the mental health issues that often accompany problems with alcohol, and how people can hide them.


Australia’s alcohol-induced deaths decreasing

Australia’s alcohol-induced deaths decreasing

Key numbers are at their lowest rate since the ’90s, but the news is not all positive.


NT putting a minimum floor price on alcohol: Evidence shows it works to reduce harm

NT putting a minimum floor price on alcohol: Evidence shows it works to reduce harm

Curtin University’s Adjunct Associate Professor John Boffa examines the NT Government’s recent decision to put a minimum price on alcohol.


Middle-aged moderate drinkers worried about respectability – not health

Middle-aged moderate drinkers worried about respectability – not health

Middle-aged drinkers who consume low levels of alcohol have either minor or non-existent concerns about the health effects of drinking, according to a new systematic review.


Australia is drying up: Alcohol consumption at lowest levels since the ’60s

Australia is drying up: Alcohol consumption at lowest levels since the ’60s

New figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show Australia’s average rate of alcohol consumption is at its lowest since 1961–62.


Advertisers put ‘health halo’ on alcohol products to attract consumers, researchers say

Advertisers put ‘health halo’ on alcohol products to attract consumers, researchers say

Australian alcohol companies promote their products as ‘pure’, ‘fresh’, ‘natural’ and ‘sugar-free’ to encourage more health-conscious people to purchase them, according to new research.


NSW push for real-time monitoring to reduce prescription drug misuse

NSW push for real-time monitoring to reduce prescription drug misuse

The NSW opposition has announced plans for a real-time prescription monitoring system in an effort to curb growing opioid deaths, but the State Government is clear in its belief that a national approach is needed.


Talking about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Talking about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Early intervention can positively improve life outcomes of individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.


Alcohol and amphetamines most common drugs for which people receive treatment

Alcohol and amphetamines most common drugs for which people receive treatment

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has released its latest report on findings of Australians seeking treatment for alcohol and other drugs per state and territory.


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