Evaluation of alcohol policy control measures is key

Effects of Specific Alcohol Control Policy Measures on Alcohol-Related Mortality in Russia from 1998 to 2013.

AIMS To elucidate the possible effects of alcohol control policy measures on alcohol-related mortality in Russia between 1998 and 2013. METHODS Trends in mortality, alcohol production and sales were analyzed in conjunction with alcohol control legislative measures. Correlation analysis of health and alcohol market indicators was performed. RESULTS Ethyl alcohol production was the strongest ...

Alcohol Control Policy and Native American Communities

Disease Control Priorities Third Edition Is Published: A Theory of Change Is Needed for Translating Evidence to Health Policy

How can evidence from economic evaluations of the type the Disease Control Priorities project have synthesized be translated to better priority setting? This evidence provides insights into how investing in health, particularly though priority interventions and expanded access to health insurance and prepaid care, can not only save lives but also help alleviate poverty and provide financial ris...

The Future of Disease Control Priorities; Comment on “Disease Control Priorities Third Edition Is Published: A Theory of Change Is Needed for Translating Evidence to Health Policy”

The Disease Control Priorities (DCP) project has substantially influenced national and global health priorities since 1993. DCP’s basic framework involves identification of disease burdens based on premature deaths and disability and application of the most cost-effective interventions to the largest burdens, taking into account local feasibility. The future impact of DCP will need to take into...

Is alcohol policy in Ireland protective?

Alcohol Policy in Ireland has come under criticism from the IMO and many other agencies who claim that the Government does not do enough to limit the damage done to our society by alcohol. The recent budget recommendations to decrease the price of alcohol add fuel to the debate. The Irish Medical Organisation has criticised the Governments budget proposal to reduce excise duty on all types of a...