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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Mar 63 min read
Intoxicated drivers cause over one-third of fatal road traffic accidents in Finland
Intoxicated drivers caused 37% of fatal crashes in Finland (2014–2023), with two-thirds showing signs of substance dependence.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Mar 33 min read
Alkohol & Samfund: Danes believe we drink too much
3 out of 4 Danes believe alcohol consumption is too high, with strong support for banning alcohol marketing on social media and in sports.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Feb 172 min read
Organizations: Substance abuse is a significant problem for municipalities and wellbeing services counties – see how much alcohol costs your local healthcare system
Substance abuse poses major costs to Finnish municipalities; alcohol alone burdens healthcare. Prevention is key, say organizations.
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Lauri Beekmann
Feb 133 min read
Norwegian band Ballinciaga faces penalty notice for serious violations of the Alcohol Act
Ballinciaga faces a 2.4M NOK fine for illegal alcohol ads targeting youth, violating Norway’s strict Alcohol Act.
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Lauri Beekmann
Feb 123 min read
NordAN Open Day in Stockholm: Examining alcohol availability and Nordic cooperation
NordAN Open Day explored alcohol policy challenges in the Nordics, highlighting risks to monopolies and the need for stronger cooperation.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Feb 103 min read
Alcohol and cancer: insights from the EU Country Cancer Profiles Synthesis Report 2025
Alcohol is a major cancer risk in the EU; reducing consumption could prevent 1M cases by 2050, according to the 2025 cancer report.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 303 min read
1 in 5 men in Norway have driven under the influence
1 in 5 men in Norway admit to driving under the influence. Every day, 30 are caught—but many more go undetected. #RoadSafety
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 293 min read
Young people find low-threshold support for substance abuse – the future of the helpline is under threat
More young adults seek help from EHYT's substance abuse helpline, but funding cuts threaten its 24/7 availability.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 234 min read
Health and prevention organizations in Iceland believe the State can save billions by preventing private alcohol sales
Health orgs in Iceland urge state to prevent private alcohol sales, citing billions in savings and public health benefits.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 222 min read
Only one in five Danes knows that even small amounts of alcohol increase the risk of cancer
Only 1 in 5 Danes knows even small amounts of alcohol increase cancer risk. Awareness is key to making informed choices about drinking.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 213 min read
THL published scenarios on the impacts of smoking and alcohol use on public health over the next decade
Reducing smoking and alcohol use can significantly improve public health. THL scenarios show the impact of policies over the next decade.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 162 min read
Refusing alcohol can be challenging – the assumption is that everyone drinks
Refusing alcohol often draws attention, but no one owes an explanation. Sobriety can bring clarity, presence, and lifelong change.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 141 min read
EU Commission rejects Finland’s alcohol home delivery law, government to revise
EU rejects Finland's alcohol home delivery law, citing EU law violations. Government to revise by January, reports YLE.fi.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 132 min read
Link between alcohol and cancer
Lower alcohol consumption reduces cancer mortality. A study links a 1-liter decrease in alcohol to a 1% drop in cancer deaths.
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Lauri Beekmann
Jan 92 min read
Iceland’s new government and the future of alcohol policy
Iceland’s new government signals a push for change in alcohol policy, with debates over ÁTVR’s monopoly and market liberalization intensifyi
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 92 min read
The government ignores Portugal's criticism of Sweden's farm sales proposal
Sweden ignores Portugal's criticism of farm sales, risking Systembolaget's monopoly and public health, warns IOGT-NTO's Emil Juslin.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 82 min read
Actis on health labelling: "This is what we've been waiting for"
Health warnings on alcohol: "Alcohol increases breast cancer risk." Proposed labels by the Norwegian Directorate of Health aim to inform.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 62 min read
The popularity of “Tipaton tammikuu” on the rise: 18% of participants felt more refreshed and energized
18% of Tipaton tammikuu participants felt more energized, with health and tradition being key motivators for the alcohol-free challenge.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 22 min read
Denmark: New requirements for businesses in alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco industries
New Danish laws strengthen penalties and regulations on alcohol, nicotine, and tobacco sales, focusing on protecting youth.
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Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Dec 18, 20242 min read
Half of Oslo residents agree: Too much alcohol is consumed around children during Christmas
Half of Oslo residents say too much alcohol is consumed around kids at Christmas. Av-og-til urges action to protect children from harm.
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