If people were meant to pop out of bed, we’d all sleep in toasters. ~Author unknown, attributed to Jim Davis
The Australian Medical Association welcomed the approval by the Senate of the alcopops tax and said it should be followed by more comprehensive measures to combat binge drinking.
“The AMA is a strong supporter of pricing measure to reduce harmful alcohol consumption,” said AMA President Dr. Andrew Pesce.
“Making alcopops less affordable has helped reduce binge drinking by young people.”
Dr. Pesce believes the Australian government should now implement a campaign addressing alcohol marketing practices, labelling, education and early intervention. He said excessive drinking by young people created immediate health risks and could lead to abuse and health problems later in life.
The Australian Medical Association welcomed the approval by the Senate of the alcopops tax and said it should be followed by more comprehensive measures to combat binge drinking.
“The AMA is a strong supporter of pricing measure to reduce harmful alcohol consumption,” said AMA President Dr. Andrew Pesce.
“Making alcopops less affordable has helped reduce binge drinking by young people.”
Dr. Pesce believes the Australian government should now implement a campaign addressing alcohol marketing practices, labelling, education and early intervention. He said excessive drinking by young people created immediate health risks and could lead to abuse and health problems later in life.