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To support the free and open dissemination of research findings and information on alcoholism and alcohol-related problems. To encourage open access to peer-reviewed articles free for all to view.

For full versions of posted research articles readers are encouraged to email requests for "electronic reprints" (text file, PDF files, FAX copies) to the corresponding or lead author, who is highlighted in the posting.

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Sunday, October 21, 2007

Public consultation on the draft revised Australian alcohol guidelines for low-risk drinking

The Australian Alcohol Guidelines: health risks and benefits, issued by the NHMRC in 2001, are currently under review by the NHMRC in collaboration with the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing. The draft revised Australian alcohol guidelines for low-risk drinking are now available for public consultation.

These draft guidelines are intended to give Australians clear guidelines on how to avoid, or minimise, the harmful consequences of drinking alcohol — both the immediate effects of each drinking occasion and the longer-term effects of regular drinking.

When finalised the guidelines will provide a valuable resource for a wide range of groups and individuals including health professionals, community groups, professional and educational organisations, policy makers, the general public and those businesses responsible for providing alcohol.

You are invited to make a submission to the NHMRC about the draft revised Australian alcohol guidelines for low-risk drinking:

» Download: draft revised Australian alcohol guidelines for low-risk drinking for public consultation (PDF, 881kb)

» Download: Australian alcohol guidelines for low-risk drinking frequently asked questions (PDF, 46kb)

Source: Robin GW Room
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