Join the celebration at Viking Hall, 8141 Briarwood St. Anchorage, AK 99518 Free Food, Fun & AA Fellowship Groups and Members Donate your favorite food (turkey will be provided). Bring cooked meats, side dishes, salads, desserts and beverages. Volunteer for Service Work or Monetary Donations (AA Inter Group Office) Event Contact: Leave message for Danalyn or Beth: 907-272-2312 Event …
Alcohol is a problem in the remote villages of Alaska
“Young adults are choosing suicide while intoxicated. Three families in my village are dealing with the pain of losing a loved one now.” Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Detox saves lives, but we still don’t have enough
“Families have been torn apart when their loved ones sought help for detox and were unable to be admitted. These individuals either continue drinking or attempt self-detox, which can be deadly.” Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
OP-ED Make mental health a priority
We must make sure that insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorder services is comparable to general medical care. Just as with other illnesses, we can’t afford to neglect our mental health. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
No kegs, no liquor: College crackdown targets drinking and sexual assault
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism estimated that alcohol was a factor in 97,000 cases of sexual assault each year among college-age students. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Bethel sees $277,000 in 2016 revenue from alcohol sales
The city of Bethel has collected more than a quarter of a million dollars in alcohol sales taxes since two vendors legally began selling alcohol this year. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
My Turn: Alaska’s mental health
In times of uncertainty, talking about the good things Alaskans are doing to improve the health and wellness of our people is more important than ever. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Subtle signs you might have a drinking problem
“When everyone in your social circle seems to be drinking the same amount or more, and when drinking is glamorized in the media and by alcohol industry advertisements and promotions, it’s easy to think that regular alcohol use is normal and difficult to recognize when your drinking becomes excessive and unhealthy.” Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR …
My Turn: Insidious and invisible
Bruce Van Dusen recounts his journey to recovery and reminds us that positive support and understanding are necessary in helping others succeed in recovery. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]