PM ‘drops’ Minimum Drink Prices – ITV News
PM ‘drops’ minimum drink prices – ITV News
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PM 'drops' minimum drink prices
ITV News Eric Appleby from Alcohol Concern said the minimum alcohol pricing plans are a "targeted measure", aimed at those who are "causing a lot of the problems we see." Last night the Telegraph reported that David Cameron will scrap plans for minimum alcohol … |
Excessive Alcohol Consumption is Costing Wisconsin – WGBA-TV
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Excessive Alcohol Consumption is Costing Wisconsin
WGBA-TV GREEN BAY – A new report out Tuesday shows excessive alcohol consumption is costing our state close to $ 7 billion every year. The startling numbers were released during a news conference at Bellin Hospital. The report shows that in Brown County alone, … |
Report: Alcohol Consumption Costs State Billions – WGBA-TV
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Report: Alcohol Consumption Costs State Billions
WGBA-TV The figure equals $ 1,200 per person in Wisconsin. " We've always known that Wisconsin has a serious problem with alcohol," executive director of Health First Wisconsin Maureen Busalacchi said. "Excessive alcohol use costs us $ 6.8 billion and results in … |
Paramedics are not punching bags – Commissioner speaks out about violence towards the NSW Ambulance
In the past two weeks, six paramedics have been assaulted whilst caring for the ill and injured. Sydney based paramedic Nathan Williams spoke about one of the more recent attacks that has had an impact on both his working and home life. Commissioner Willis is very concerned about the recent rise of alcohol fuelled violence towards his staff. Mr Willis admits that some of the violence is sparked by mental health issues, but is more concerned with the sudden increase of intentional attacks on paramedics directly attributed to drug and alcohol abuse. NSW Police are trained and have the resources in place to handle such violence, however paramedics only weapon of choice is conflict resolution by lending an open ear and heart. With no other way to protect themselves, paramedics are increasingly becoming the “punching bag” for those who choose to overdo it. The recent spate of violence is not just limited to the mean streets of the Sydney CBD, it’s a state-wide issue. For twelve years, Paramedic Williams, along with all his supporting crew have been subjected to unspeakable horrors that many could not begin to deal with. The last thing they need is to be threatened and attacked on the job. During this festive season NSW Ambulance & NSW Police are pleading with all to think carefully about how much alcohol is consumed. The Australian culture is based on the “have another beer” attitude. But if you can’t make a sound decision that helps you protect your family and friends, you’ve …
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