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alcohol misuse

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Department of Health in Northern Ireland publishes substance misuse report

The number of people using substance misuse services in the country fell very slightly in 2024-25.

11 Dec 2025

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Paydens and Drinkaware join forces over alcohol campaign

Pharmacists are using a screening tool to assess and advise on people’s drinking habits.

27 Feb 2025

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Alcohol-related deaths in UK hit highest number since records began

Figures from the Office for National Statistics revealed there were 10,473 deaths from “alcohol-specific causes” in 2023.

11 Feb 2025

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Try Dry

Starting the year off with a clear mind, a replenished body and a renewal of energy? If you can encourage customers to take part in Dry January, this might just be them!

16 Dec 2024

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Hard to swallow

New statistics show that excessive alcohol consumption is still a problem for many people, so what can community pharmacy teams do to help them recognise and moderate their intake?

05 Oct 2023

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Preparing for Dry January

Every hour, someone dies as a result of alcohol in the UK. With Dry January approaching these are the benefits of taking a break.

01 Jan 2022

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Rise in alcohol hospital admission linked to cuts

Researchers have found increases in alcohol-related hospital admissions is linked to spending cuts. 

13 Jul 2020

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Alcohol misuse: part four

This module is the fourth in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

12 May 2017

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Alcohol misuse: part three

This module is the third in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

21 Apr 2017

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Alcohol misuse: part two

This module is the second in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

17 Mar 2017

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Alcohol misuse: part one

This module is the first in our CPPE series about alcohol misuse.

09 Feb 2017

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