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Sweden: 6 in 10 lack knowledge about alcohol’s link to dementia
A new survey from Systembolaget shows that six in ten Swedes are unsure about the link between alcohol consumption and dementia. More than a third say they would drink less if they knew about the increased risk. The knowledge gap is most evident among men and older adults.
Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Nov 112 min read
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Decreased traveler imports of alcohol to Sweden
A new CAN report shows that Swedes are bringing home far less alcohol from abroad than before. Between 2019 and 2024, traveler imports dropped by more than 40 percent, with spirits showing the largest decline.
Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Oct 162 min read
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IOGT-NTO: Vote No to farm sales to protect public health
IOGT-NTO urges a no-vote on farm sales of alcohol to protect public health. Introducing farm sales would gamble with people's lives and health, undermining Sweden's strongest protection against alcohol's harmful effects. Systembolaget saves 1,500 lives annually by limiting availability and profit interests.
Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Apr 221 min read
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Sweden: Continued decline in alcohol consumption in 2024
Alcohol consumption in Sweden fell by 2.3% in 2024, driven by reduced online and smuggled alcohol purchases, according to CAN.
Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Mar 182 min read
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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.
Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network
Jan 92 min read
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Low concern among parents about their teenagers drinking alcohol despite risks
7 in 10 high schoolers in Sweden drink alcohol, but only 1 in 10 parents are worried about it, despite the risks, a survey reveals.
Lauri Beekmann
Aug 26, 20244 min read
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