Alcoholism

Calorie labels on alcohol might help some drinkers maintain a healthier weight

Updated: 2024-09-30 19:41:49

Just over half of heavier drinkers in England say they would make changes to their drinking if calorie labels for alcohol were introduced, according to a new study.

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Shrinking the pint can reduce beer sales by almost 10%

Updated: 2024-09-30 19:41:49

Reducing the serving size for beer, lager and cider reduces the volume of those drinks consumed in pubs, bars and restaurants, and could be a useful alcohol control measure, according to a new study. Researchers found that over a short intervention period, venues that removed the pint and offered two third pints instead, sold 10% less beer by volume compared with when pints were available.

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Kidney Week 2024 to Explore a World Without Kidney Diseases

Updated: 2024-09-30 19:41:48

Largest Global Gathering of Kidney Professionals Expands Program to Include More Breaking Research and Focused Discussions on Key Public Health and Policy Issues

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AI 'Liquid Biopsies' Using Cell-Free DNA, Protein Biomarkers, Could Aid Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer

Updated: 2024-09-30 19:41:48

A blood test that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect cancer-related genetic changes and protein biomarkers could help screen women for early signs of ovarian cancer, according to a study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center in collaboration with several other institutions in the United States and Europe.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $68.5 Million Awarded for Behavioral Health Education, Training and Community Programs

Updated: 2024-09-30 04:09:17

Providing critical funding to support of President Biden’s Unity Agenda for the Nation

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Biden-Harris Administration Awards More than $1.5 Billion in State and Tribal Opioid Response Grants to Advance the President’s Unity Agenda for the Nation

Updated: 2024-09-26 17:19:12

SAMHSA Extends Grant Cycles to Give Communities More Time to Implement Programs that Connect Americans to Evidence-Based Treatments, Recovery Supports

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National Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Provides Immediate Crisis Counseling to People Affected by Hurricane Helene

Updated: 2024-09-25 19:42:04

Natural disasters can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television. The Disaster Distress (DDH) Helpline, at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone affected by Hurricane Helene.

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Wireless Calls to 988 Get a More Localized Response with Georouting

Updated: 2024-09-25 14:14:55

The process to route cell phone calls to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline based on the caller’s approximate location, versus by area code, has started; FCC to vote next month on a final rule that would require all U.S. wireless carriers to implement georouting with specific timelines

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SAMHSA Announces Inaugural Trailblazers in Advancing Recovery (STAR) Award Winners

Updated: 2024-09-24 19:33:00

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) hosted the inaugural SAMHSA Trailblazers in Advancing Recovery (STAR) Awards, honoring recovery champions from across the nation, including leaders with lived experience of mental health and/or substance use conditions, youth and family members.

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National Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Provides Immediate Crisis Counseling to People Affected by Tropical Storm Francine

Updated: 2024-09-10 20:20:07

Natural disasters can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television. The Disaster Distress (DDH) Helpline, at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone affected by Tropical Storm Francine. The Disaster Distress Helpline is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Counselors are available 24/7 to respond to people who need crisis counseling after experiencing a traumatic event or a disaster.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $68 Million Awarded for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Care Programs in support of President Biden’s Unity Agenda for the Nation

Updated: 2024-09-10 04:08:10

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), recently awarded $68 million in grants for suicide prevention and mental health care programs. Addressing the U.S. mental health crisis and preventing suicide are top priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration and part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda.

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Biden-Harris Administration Kicks Off National Recovery Month with Walk for Recovery and Gallery of Hope

Updated: 2024-09-05 19:46:57

Today, leaders from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) joined recovery advocates to kick off observance of the 35th National Recovery Month at the second annual SAMHSA Walk for Recovery. The National Walk for Recovery supports and celebrates recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions while reducing stigma.

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National Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Provides Immediate Crisis Counseling to Those Affected by School Shooting in Georgia

Updated: 2024-09-05 15:54:49

Mass shootings can have an enormous impact on people, including survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, and even those who watch related media reports on television. The Disaster Distress Helpline, at 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone who has been affected by the school shooting in Winder, Ga.

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