Why the Teetotalism trend is here to stay
Why the Teetotalism trend is here to stay Vogue By Ellen Burney April 30, 2019 From Generation X-ers hanging up their hangovers to moderate-drinking millennials and teetotal teens – is this the end of decadent drinking? Vogue investigates. “Alcohol is the new cigarettes,” says New York-based Ruby Warrington, author of Sober Curious and founder of Club SÖDA NYC, an […]
New York City bans alcohol ads on city property
New York City bans alcohol ads on city property Source: ABC News BY KAREN MATTHEWS, ASSOCIATED PRESS Apr 30, 2019 New York City has banned alcohol advertising on city property, citing health risks posed by excessive drinking. “This order banning alcohol ads from City property reaffirms our commitment to health equity and our stand to […]
AK: The Anchorage alcohol tax failed, but supporters are considering another round
AK: The Anchorage alcohol tax failed, but supporters are considering another round Redmond Register Written by Frank Simmons May 5, 2019 A proposed alcohol tax meant to fund programs that fight chronic homelessness failed earlier this month, but some Anchorage Assembly members and the mayor are discussing the possibility of putting a similar tax on the […]
Australia: All NSW drink-drivers to lose licence immediately under tough new rules
Australia: All NSW drink-drivers to lose licence immediately under tough new rules Every person caught drink-driving in NSW will immediately lose their licence on the spot and cop a massive fine under strict new laws. News.com.au By Phoebe Loomes May 6, 2019 Anyone caught over the legal limit, even low-range drink-drivers, will lose their licence […]
Substance abuse and eating disorder often go hand-in-hand
Substance abuse and eating disorder often go hand-in-hand North Carolina Health News By Taylor Knopf May 6, 2019 About 50 percent of people with an eating disorder also abuse alcohol or an illegal substance. Experts say the disease is made worse by advertising and social media, even as the severity of the disease is understated. […]
Deaths of chefs by suicide focus attention on mental health in hospitality industry
Deaths of chefs by suicide focus attention on mental health in hospitality industry Source: https://mobile.abc.net.au/ BY TRACY BOWDEN April 30, 2019 Celebrity chef Matt Moran is the first to admit that his is a tough business. Key points: Chef and cafe owner Justin Bull died in February this year His widow Justine Kendall has urged people […]
India: How Alcohol and Tobacco Cause Poverty (excerpt)
India: How Alcohol and Tobacco Cause Poverty (excerpt) Alcoholism and addiction to tobacco are no longer just health issues, but pose larger developmental problems. The Wire By Abhay Bang May 1, 2019 The district of Gadchiroli has 1.2 million people, spread across 1,500 villages and three towns. A district sample survey we carried out in […]
VT: Vermont tops list for underage drinking
VT: Vermont tops list for underage drinking WCAX 3 By Connor Cyrus May 2, 2019 BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) National data shows that more Vermonters ages 12 and up are drinking alcohol compared to the rest of the country. State leaders, parents and those working with teens all say kids need more outlets in the state. They […]
WI: Wisconsin’s confusing law when it comes to underage drinking
WI: Wisconsin’s confusing law when it comes to underage drinking We Are Green Bay By Kris Schuller May 2, 2019 GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) — Underage drinking in Wisconsin is an issue. But believe it or not, you don’t necessarily have to be 21 to legally down a drink in a bar or restaurant. Kris […]
Australia: Should we increase alcohol costs to fight obesity?
Australia: Should we increase alcohol costs to fight obesity? An unpopular idea that could make economic sense. Your Money By Kylie Purcell, Senior Digital Journalist, Your Money May 3, 2019 Tackling Australia’s obesity problem could be as simple as making a glass of beer or wine more expensive. According to analysis from Deakin University, the most […]