Pilot scheme is launched to tackle alcohol abuse in Medway
Specialist nurses will be treating people who are admitted to A&E because of alcohol abuse. The new roles are part of a two-year pilot scheme involving Medway Council, Medway NHS Foundation Trust and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust. Read more on Kent Online

Community Coalition Partnership to continue survey of billboards
The alcohol-related billboard, which was found on U.S. Highway 59 near Wal-Mart, was an advertisement for Bud Light beer. The other one, found on U.S. Highway 80 West, was an advertisement by Community Healthcore, offering treatment for alcohol and … Read more on Marshall News Messenger

Sum 41's Deryck Whibley thanks fans for support during alcohol treatment Shock …
Sum 41's Deryck Whibley has thanked his fans for their "compassion and support", vowing to be back on stage soon. The musician was recently hospitalised due to the effects of consistently heavy drinking, and is currently receiving treatment for alcohol … Read more on Gigwise