The majority of drinkers have no idea how to measure their alcohol intake or what constitutes a ‘standard drink’.
Archive - September 2014
Barry DavisFaux public health promotion just another beer ad
Michael Thorn on what’s wrong with the new DrinkWise commercial
Michael ThornWorking together on alcohol policy
Professor Sally Casswell (Massey University, NZ) stresses the urgent need for a global approach to alcohol policy.
Sally CasswellSupport for Indigenous Australians
There is a pressing need for culturally sensitive, long term action on alcohol to prevent harms amongst Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Kate ConigraveVictoria lacking leadership on alcohol harms
There was a time, when Victoria led the way on public health measures; a time when the State was not afraid to embrace bold measures to reduce harms and to save lives.
Andrew FairleyBoozy businesses must adapt
Sydney’s night time economy may change in response to new lockout laws, but that’s not a disaster.
Help make Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders history
At 9:09am on 9 September the world pauses to acknowledge the impact of alcohol-related birth defects.
EditorialAlcohol marketing on Facebook
ACT MLA Dr Chris Bourke questions the regulation of alcohol advertising on social media.
Chris BourkeIndigenous Affairs Committee must examine alcohol industry role
Michael Thorn says too little is known about the supply of alcohol