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Stop Alcohol Legalisation, Prevent Unnecessary Deaths The tragic death of yet another individual due to alcohol underscores the devastating consequences of its legalisation. This heart-wrenching account on Medium brings to light the fatal impact of alcohol-related incidents, painting a stark picture of loss and grief. The relentless push for alcohol availability only serves to increase these unnecessary deaths, underscoring the urgent… Read More: https://lnkd.in/g9vQAqdp

Now that the country has elected a new Government, we look forward to working with all MPs to make sure ending alcohol harm is a priority. We need lasting policies which protect our health and fix a system which is not adequately addressing the numerous and diverse harms alcohol causes our society. But change is possible! Here's a reminder of what we’d like to see: ✔️Create an environment which prevents alcohol harm ✔️End stigma and recognise the complexity of alcohol harm ✔️Ensure everyone can access support and treatment You can read our full manifesto asks here: https://lnkd.in/eVWS4Ewj #EndAlcoholHarm #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

Talking to youth can help prevent underage drinking and the risks associated with alcohol misuse. Talk. They Hear You Campaign has created resources to help you initiate conversations with youth. Access resources here: https://lnkd.in/e6DDGXx (link) or at Your Life Iowa: https://lnkd.in/gr2qyNkP (link). Source: Addressing Excessive Alcohol Use: State Fact Sheets (cdc.gov)

If you're attending a Christmas party with your children or young people, one of the best ways to prepare them for an adult environment dominated by alcohol is by discussing the dangers associated with drinking and by setting boundaries for drinking. Let them know that excessive drinking is harmful. Download our parents guide to preventing underage drinking: https://bit.ly/462z1tq

Did you know that December, January, and March are considered the most dangerous times of the year for drug and alcohol-related deaths? According to the CDC, holiday alcohol consumption and stress from financial pressure and strained family relationships are some of the key factors contributing to this uptick. These challenges are even more daunting for those in recovery. Let's prioritize holiday safety and support those in need during this time. #recoveryispossible #sobrietyjourney #addictiontreatment #mentalhealthmatters #inspire #hopeandhealing #connectingpeople

The necessary treatment for excessive alcohol consumption involves getting to the root of the issue and addressing why alcohol abuse has become a problem, and this makes it a resourceful area for #hypnotherapists to explore. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e7t-R4kW

About 178,000 people die from excessive drinking each year. That’s 488 deaths per day, making alcohol a leading cause of preventable death in the United States. To save lives, communities can use effective strategies like regulating the number of stores that sell alcohol, updating alcohol taxes, and limiting the number of hours alcohol is sold. #ProofIsInTheNumbers #AlcoholAwarenessMonth #AlcoholAwarenessMonth #AlcSafeguardsSavesLives #AlcoholLinkedToCancer

Nearly 6 million people ages 12-20 report using alcohol. While rates of underage drinking overall are on the decline (thanks to people like you Talking it Out), there's still work to be done! Take the Pledge and Start the Conversation to prevent underage drinking. https://bit.ly/2Hh4rmp #StartTheConversation #TalkitOut #PreventUnderageDrinking

About 178,000 people die from excessive drinking each year. That’s 488 deaths per day, making alcohol a leading cause of preventable death in the United States. To save lives, communities can use effective strategies like regulating the number of stores that sell alcohol, updating alcohol taxes, and limiting the number of hours alcohol is sold. #ProofIsInTheNumbers #AlcoholAwarenessMonth #AlcoholAwarenessMonth #AlcSafeguardsSavesLives #AlcoholLinkedToCancer #prevention #preventionworks #putnamcountyny

Reducing instances of harm caused by alcohol or other drugs doesn’t always mean reducing the rates of people using substances. We can take planned steps that will reduce the risk of harm. For example, increasing our understanding around how different substances interact, limiting how many drinks we take to a party, or organising a designated driver.