Drug & Alcohol Abuse
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Alcohol deaths increase
The toll of disease linked to alcohol continues to increase in the UK – while teenagers are increasingly cautious about drinking, according to new figures. Read more
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Europe-wide e-cigarette study released
The rate of e-cigarette use is increasing across Europe – alongside the belief that they are harmful, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Euro-guidance for cardiovascular health
Laws and policies around food, physical activity and smoking are key to the prevention of cardiovascular disease, according to new European guidance. Read more
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Teen poisonings increase
British teens are suffering from growing numbers of poisoning incidents, many involving alcohol, according to a study published today. Read more
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Medical backing for vaping
E-cigarettes should be backed by the government as a way to reduce the harm from smoking, according to a report published today by the Royal College of Physicians. Read more
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Uncovering the impact of alcoholism
Common genetic predispositions may contribute to increased mortality risk and to alcohol use disorder, according to a Swedish study. Read more
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E-cigarette use skyrocketing
E-cigarettes are now the most popular way for British smokers to try to quit their addiction, according to a study published today for No Smoking Day. Read more
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Psychotic cannabis users risk hospital stays
People with psychosis who take cannabis have a 50% increased chance of being hospitalised, researchers warned today. Read more
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Anti-craving hormones to be tested
Hormones that could reduce cravings for food, tobacco and alcohol are to be tested in a British research project. Read more
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Music videos expose teens to alcohol and tobacco
Music videos that depict smokers and alcohol drinkers should be subjected to the same classification used to regulate film and TV, according to a public health expert today. Read more