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″]
A call for action to address worsening alcohol problems in villages from Bethel liquor store
A leading tribal organization tells the Alaska Dispatch that since the first liquor store opened in Bethel in May, young children are getting hold of alcohol. Bootleggers are stocking up at Bethel’s stores and sneaking it into dry villages. Overwhelmed tribal police are being overrun with calls for help. The group is now asking for action to be taken. …
Rewriting the state’s alcohol laws, again
A Soldotna senator is working hard to change 40-year-old alcohol statutes that he attests are largely responsible for Alaska’s negative demographics associated with alcohol misuse. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Mugs create conversation at Snow City Café
Recover Alaska mugs used at Snow City Café are to raise awareness of alcohol addiction and celebrate recovery. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]