Dubai: Tourists can now obtain a temporary liquor license to buy alcohol in Dubai
Dubai: Tourists can now obtain a temporary liquor license to buy alcohol in Dubai What’s On By Elise Kerr July 11, 2019 It is now possible for tourists on a visit visa to purchase alcohol from any registered retailer in Dubai. While previously, tourists were unable to buy alcohol anywhere, now there’s a quick and […]
United Kingdom: One drink could be one too many, research concludes
United Kingdom: One drink could be one too many, research concludes Driven July 12, 2019 A single drink could be enough to affect a driver’s safety on the road, experts have warned. Even low levels of drinking, such as one pint of beer or a large glass of wine considerably hamper a driver’s ability to […]
Ireland: MALONE WARNS GOVERNMENT THEY RISK CREATING ‘MAYHEM’ IF MINIMUM UNIT ALCOHOL PRICING IS INTRODUCED
Ireland: MALONE WARNS GOVERNMENT THEY RISK CREATING ‘MAYHEM’ IF MINIMUM UNIT ALCOHOL PRICING IS INTRODUCED Jul 12, 2019 A local businessman has warned the Government they will create “mayhem” if they introduce minimum pricing for alcohol here without having the North on board. The Government had planned to introduce minimum pricing for alcohol here alongside […]
How does alcohol affect rheumatoid arthritis?
How does alcohol affect rheumatoid arthritis? Medical News Today By Zawn Villines | Reviewed by Brenda B. Spriggs, M.D. FACP July 11, 2019 Drinking alcohol in moderation is typically safe for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). According to the Arthritis Foundation, drinking alcohol in moderation is usually safe, and may even reduce certain types of inflammation. Some research […]
Alcohol reduction associated with improved viral suppression in women living with HIV
Alcohol reduction associated with improved viral suppression in women living with HIV News Medical and Life Sciences Reviewed by Alina Shrourou, B.Sc. (Editor) July 11, 2019 Women living with HIV are less likely than men to achieve viral suppression with antiretroviral therapy. Reduction in alcohol use is a possible strategy to improve health outcomes in women […]
New Zealand: Otago experts concerned lost opportunity to curb excessive drinking and reduce harm
New Zealand: Otago experts concerned lost opportunity to curb excessive drinking and reduce harm New Zealand Doctor Media release from University of Otago July 12, 2019 University of Otago mental health experts are upset another Government has missed an opportunity to curb excessive drinking and reduce harm, by taking a recommendation from the recent Inquiry […]
10 areas governments could work with to reduce the harmful use of alcohol
10 areas governments could work with to reduce the harmful use of alcohol 10 July 2019 Each year 3 million lives are lost due to harmful use of alcohol. The WHO global strategy to reduce the harmful use of alcohol seeks to improve the health and social outcomes for individuals, families and communities, with considerably […]
CO: Legal eagles bewildered over new felony DUI law
CO: Legal eagles bewildered over new felony DUI law The Daily Sentinel By Charles Ashby July 12, 2019 A motorist facing a felony for driving under the influence has the right to a preliminary hearing to determine whether there is enough evidence to go to trial, but that doesn’t mean prosecutors have to present evidence […]
CA: Project targets minors’ alcohol access
CA: Project targets minors’ alcohol access Treatment center would assist city’s merchants Drake Valley Press By Julie Drake Valley Press Staff Writer July 12, 2019 LANCASTER — Stephen Updyke and Desirae Tainatongo of Tarzana Treatment Centers sought the Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission’s support for a voluntary Merchant Committed program designed to help merchants prevent sales […]
What Happens When You Quit Casual Drinking? Scientists Reveal the Effects (excerpt)
What Happens When You Quit Casual Drinking? Scientists Reveal the Effects (excerpt) “For many populations, there is not a safe level of drinking.” Inverse By Sarah Sloat July 10, 2019 Over thousands of years, drinking alcohol has become embedded in human culture. But an increasing amount of evidence shows that even a casual relationship with alcohol can come at […]