Eurocare publishes its recommendations on a future Alcohol Strategy

The European Commission is currently evaluating the European Alcohol Strategy to support Member States in reducing alcohol-related harm. Eurocare An EPHA member expert on alcohol-related issues, has published their recommendations on a future EU Alcohol Strategy, covering the period 2013-2020.


The recommendations are formulated around a number of priority areas:
- regulation of marketing,
- price and taxation,
- consumer protection including consumer information,
- public safety and harm to others,
- social inclusion and equity in health,
- prevention (focus on the workplace),
- treatment and early interventions,
- data and evidence base.

For further information, visit Eurocare website.

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Last modified on August 30 2012.