Millions with mental disorders in the developing world are deprived of necessary treatment and care Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +0200 9 October 2008 -- More than 75% of people suffering from mental disorders in the developing world receive no treatment or care. A new WHO programme launched today, on World Mental Health Day 2008 highlights the huge treatment gap for a number of mental, neurological and substance use disorders. WHO agreed on a research agenda on climate change and public health Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +0200 8 October 2008 – A meeting of experts convened by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Madrid agreed today to a research agenda to develop an evidence-based framework for action on the human health implications of climate change. Public hearing on ways of reducing harmful use of alcohol Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0200 2 October 2008 -- WHO invites all parties with an interest in reducing the harmful use of alcohol to share their views in a web-based public hearing being organized between 3 and 31 October. Vigilance needed to ensure safe infant food Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:00:00 +0200 26 September 2008 – WHO and the UN Food and Agriculture Organization are urging affected countries to ensure safe feeding of millions of infants following the ongoing melamine-contaminated milk crisis in China. Accelerating efforts to save the lives of women and newborns Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0200 25 September 2008 -- Today, as world leaders gather for the High-Level Event on the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), we jointly pledge to intensify our support to
countries to achieve Millennium Development Goal 5: “To improve maternal health” – the MDG showing the least progress.
Marketers of electronic cigarettes should halt unproved therapy claims Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:00:00 +0200 19 September 2008 -- Contrary to what some marketers of the electronic cigarette imply in their advertisements, the World Health Organization does not consider it to be a legitimate therapy for smokers trying to quit.
AIM - Alcohol In Moderation is an organization promoting a sensible and moderate drinking message. Information from scientific researchers, the beverage alcohol industry and associations, on research, health issues and legislation.
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Alcohol Abuse Prevention: Some Serious Problems - Articles question the honesty and integrity of eight organizations in the field of preventing alcohol abuse. The author is David Hanson, Ph.D., a professor emeritus at State University of New York.
Alcohol and Your College Experience - Facts on Tap - A national alcohol prevention, intervention, and education program used by universities across the United States.
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Alcohol Epidemiology Program at the University of Minnesota - Research program to discover effective community and policy interventions to reduce alcohol-related social and health problems. Includes findings, and information about effective policies.
Alcohol Stats - Created by Anheuser-Busch to highlight research and statistics regarding alcohol abuse, drunk driving, and responsible consumption.
Meta Description: [ Alcohol Stats.com is a website that highlights research on drunk driving, underage drinking, alcohol abuse and responsible consumption, including independent university and government research. ]
APOLNET - Alcohol Policy Network - Ontario Public Health Association site devoted exclusively to Canadian alcohol policy issues; designed to stimulate informed discussion about various aspects of alcohol policy.
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Attitudes Toward Seeking Treatment Among Alcohol-using College Students. - Article originally published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse.
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Bottomless Pitchers - The flow of alcohol ads and cheap-drink specials aimed at college students may be one factor in high rates of binge drinking.
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CC Speaks - College campus alcohol issues speaker that carries a message about health and abuse.
College Drinking: Changing the Culture - Resources for changing the college drinking culture. Includes research and approaches to prevention, with interactive tools for students and educators.
Meta Description: [ Alcohol policies at College Drinking. Facts about alcohol. ]
FACE - Truth and Clarity on Alcohol - A national non-profit organization that supports sensible alcohol practices through the development of messages, strategies, and training.
Meta Description: [ FACE Resources training and action on alcohol awareness. ]
History of Alcohol Prohibition - Summary of policies in the United States from the colonial period through the repeal in 1933 of the Prohibition (21st) Amendment to the Constitution. Includes references.
Intoxication: Its Benefits and Costs - Intoxication is rewarding for precisely the same reason it produces suffering - it diminishes the influence of remote stimuli.
Moderation Management - A recovery program and national support group network for people who have made the decision to reduce their drinking and make other lifestyle changes.
R U Pissed? - Contains an online alcohol blood alcohol content calculator.
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Texas Safety Network - Specific to Texas. Includes information about how online alcohol sales negatively affect dry counties, tax revenue, and underage consumers.
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The Century Council - The American distilling industry's organization fighting drunk driving and illegal underage drinking through alcohol education, law enforcement, legislation and retailer support.
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program - Tackles underage drinking and drunk driving in greater Washington, DC., including providing sober rides.
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Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) - Offers programs for training people to responsibly serve, sell and consume alcohol.
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UMHS DrinkWise - Program by University of Michigan Health System for people with mild to moderate alcohol problems.
