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Alcohol and pregnancy: think before you drink

This leaflet is for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant now or in the future. It explains the impact of alcohol on an unborn baby, and supports women to make healthier choices.

This leaflet is for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant now or in the future. It explains the impact of alcohol on an unborn baby, and supports women to make healthier choices.

Don’t let alcohol ruin your festivities

Alcohol is a powerful drug and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone not to let drink ruin your Christmas and New Year celebrations. Stephanie Hanlon, Joint Regional Lead for Drugs and Alcohol at the PHA, said: “All too often we see families affected by their loved ones over-indulging in alcohol, and that can be a particular problem at this time of year when many choose to drink alcohol as part of their festive celebrations. “Many people might use alcohol to relax but instead of helping us to cope, excess amounts can have both an immediate and long term negative impact on our lives

Don’t stockpile alcohol this Christmas – it could store up health problems

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is calling on those who choose to drink alcohol this festive season to not stockpile alcohol as it could increase the risk of you drinking more that you normally would. Many of us over-indulge at Christmas but overdoing it with alcohol could seriously damage your health. Michael Owen, the PHA’s lead for Drugs and Alcohol, said: “Many of us like to have a drink at Christmas and we’re not saying people shouldn’t, but it’s important that we enjoy ourselves safely. “Many people do not realise that alcohol is a powerful drug and we need to be careful how we use it

NI Alcohol Awareness Week – give yourself an MOT

With the pubs shut, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is using Northern Ireland Alcohol Awareness Week (15-21 June) to encourage drinkers to take a closer look at their drinking habits at home and give themselves an “Alcohol MOT”. Over three-quarters (79%) of adults here drink alcohol so the PHA and Northern Ireland’s five Drug and Alcohol Coordination Teams (DACTs) are asking people, in the absence of pub measures, to check how much they have been drinking at home with the Alcohol MOT on www.drugsandalcoholni.info/mot Michael Owen, Regional Lead for Drugs and Alcohol at the PHA, said: “Many of

Being more alcohol aware during social distancing

With the government calling on people to stay at home as much as possible to help stop the spread of coronavirus, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is asking people who drink alcohol to think about their drinking habits during this period. Michael Owen, Regional Lead for Drugs and Alcohol at the PHA, said: “Several countries are reporting an increase in home drinking and it’s likely that we are no different. Drinking too much alcohol can seriously damage your health and have a negative impact on those around you. Alcohol is an extremely powerful drug and we need to be careful of how we use it.

Mixing: reduce your risk of harm

This leaflet provides information on the risks of taking two or more drugs at the same time. This can include alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, and illegal or illicit drugs.

This leaflet provides information on the risks of taking two or more drugs at the same time. This can include alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, and illegal or illicit drugs. It explains how combining different types of drugs can be unpredictable and dangerous, outlines the specific risks linked to particular combinations, and offers advice on how to reduce your risk of harm. It also signposts sources of help and support for anyone affected by their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use.

Helping you take control of your life: low threshold services

This leaflet explains how low threshold services can support people whose alcohol or drug use is causing them problems. It outlines what low threshold services are, who can access them, what support they can offer and how to contact them.

Directory of services to help improve mental health and emotional wellbeing

These five directories list the organisations that offer services to help improve mental health and emotional wellbeing. Where possible, additional information has also been provided, such as websites or email addresses and contact details within each Health and Social Care Trust area.

Alcohol, drugs and older people

This booklet is for older people (defined as those aged 55 or over) who are worried about their use of alcohol, illegal drugs or prescribed/over-the-counter medications.

This booklet is for older people (defined as those aged 55 or over) who are worried about their use of alcohol, illegal drugs and /or prescribed/over the counter medications.

Alcohol guidelines changed on 8 January 2016. Please see the latest advice from the four UK Chief Medical Officers on www.knowyourlimits.info

Drug and alcohol directories of services

f you're concerned about your own or someone else's drinking, speak to your GP, who may refer you to a specialist agency.

There are a range of services available across Northern Ireland that provide advice and support.

Access full directory

If you're concerned about your own or someone else's drinking, speak to your GP, who may refer you to a specialist agency.

There are a range of services available across Northern Ireland that provide advice and support.

For a list of services operating in your local area click here. 

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