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One in four young people between 16-19 years feel that cocaine is as common at parties as alcohol
One in four youths in Norway feel cocaine as common at parties as alcohol, highlighting an urgent need for preventive measures.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 30, 20242 min read
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Healthier party culture initiative: Danish Health Authority, gymnasiums, and vocational schools collaborate for change
Danish schools unite for a healthier party culture, promoting alcohol-free events to foster inclusive, social environments for all students.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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Denmark: Many feel pressured to drink alcohol
25% drink alcohol due to peer pressure, not desire, revealing a problematic social expectation in Denmark's alcohol culture.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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Actis raises concerns as conservative majorities in municipalities push for relaxed alcohol policies
Actis criticizes municipalities for undermining alcohol reduction goals by extending serving times and expanding licensing.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 17, 20242 min read
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IOGT-NTO to the Government: "Do not proceed with the farm sales proposal on April 25"
"Introducing farm sales would dismantle a key alcohol policy tool. We must prioritize health over profit." Lucas Nilsson, IOGT-NTO Chairman.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 16, 20241 min read
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Swedish Customs: Sharp increase in intercepted online alcohol purchases
Swedes order more online alcohol, unaware of taxes. In 2023, Customs intercepted 7x more than 2022, incurring high taxes and penalty fees.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 12, 20243 min read
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Latvia plans to restrict sale of alcoholic beverages after 8 p.m. on weekdays and 6 p.m. on Sundays
Latvia limits alcohol sales: no purchases after 8 p.m. on weekdays, 6 p.m. Sundays to curb consumption, with further law amendments discusse
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 11, 20242 min read
397 views


Substance abuse and mental health organizations in Finland demand the government to cancel planned cuts to the organizations
Substance abuse and mental health orgs demand government to cancel cuts, vital for societal well-being and health promotion.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 10, 20242 min read
104 views


The Danish government's prevention initiative lacks effective measures to address harmful drinking culture among youth
Danish Gov't initiative lacks effective steps to address youth's harmful drinking culture, despite known risks.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 2, 20243 min read
186 views


TUBA: Easter is a difficult time for those growing up in homes with addiction. With the Conservative's proposal for a treatment guarantee, help could soon be on the way
Easter's tough for 109k kids with parents facing alcohol issues. The Conservative's plan offers a treatment guarantee, bringing hope.
Lauri Beekmann
Apr 1, 20243 min read
70 views
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