Rise in NHS Treating Alcoholics (01Aug11)

Published March 31, 2014

Rise in NHS treating alcoholics (01Aug11) — A large rise in the number of people being treated on the NHS for alcohol abuse. Recorded from BBC 6pm News, 01 August 2011.

Using technology to tackle binge-drinking
It can lead to domestic and sexual violence and abuse, and costs the NHS millions in treatment. “Islington's approach shows how technology, data and good partnership working can be used in an effective way to tackle alcohol-related harm. “It also …
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NHS boss says intensive care is swamped by alcohol cases
A total of 25 out of 85 patients had illnesses such as liver disease, conditions affecting the pancreas or were seriously injured as a result of drinking too much. Addressing the NHS Health and Care Innovation Expo in Manchester, Dr Winter said: 'If …
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