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Alcohol is a drug that affects people in different ways. Heavy drinkers, ‘binge drinkers’ and very young drinkers are particularly at risk of serious health, personal and social problems. Treatment and support are available.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

The World Health Organization recommends that pregnant women should avoid alcohol.

Rural issues - alcohol and depression

Self-medicating with alcohol doesn't solve the causes of depression, which is common in rural communities.