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Frequently asked questions about alcoholism and alcohol abuse

Publication type: 
Training / Education Manual
Agency: 
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, National Institutes of Health
Series: 
NIH Publication No. 01-4735
Date: 
2001-09
Pages: 
16
Summary: 
Questions and answers about alcoholism designed for the public by the US National Institutes of Health. Topics include what is alcoholism, alcoholism treatments, pregnancy and alcohol, differences in the effects of alcohol on men and women, the young and
Keywords: 
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA); National Institutes of Health (NIH); US; USA; United States; alcohol; alcohol use; alcoholism; public health

Green Party Releases Harm Reduction and Drug Policy

Publication type: 
Media Release
Agency: 
Vancouver Green Party
Date: 
1999-06-27
Pages: 
1
Summary: 
A press release for the Green Party candidates Ann Livingston and Bev Ballantyne's position on harm reduction and drug policy/law reform. A series of 9 strategies are listed to address the issues.
Keywords: 
Green Party; harm reduction; drug policy; health policy; human rights; safe injection site; overdose deaths; drug law reform; strategy

HIV Transmission Guidelines For Assessing Risk: A Resource for Educators, Counsellors and Health Care Providers. Third Edition (January 1999)

Publication type: 
Training / Education Manual
Agency: 
Canadian AIDS Society
Sponsor: 
Health Canada
Date: 
1999-01
Pages: 
48
Summary: 
This is a practical guide developed for use by health and community workers who provide information and support about safer sex, substance use and HIV transmission in various community settings. This document offers a framework for judging levels of risk.
Keywords: 
Canadian AIDS Society; sex; maternal transmission; mother to child transmission; HIV risks; risk reduction; harm reduction; HIV/AIDS; sexuality; health care; sexual behaviour; drug use; pregnancy; HIV transmission; HIV prevention

Turning the Tide: Journal of Anti-Racist Action, Research and Education

Publication type: 
Newsletter
Agency: 
People Against Racist Terror (now called Anti-Racist Action Los Angeles)
Series: 
Vol. 13, No. 1, Spring 2000
Date: 
2000
Pages: 
16
Summary: 
Spring 2000 edition of Anti-Racist Action Los Angeles' (previously known as People Against Racist Terror) quarterly journal. This issue contains articles about racism and sexism in US welfare policy; an interview with Leonard Peltier (native activist).
Keywords: 
People Against Racist Terror; Anti-Racist Action; Leonard Peltier; hate crimes; racism; US; USA; United States; welfare system; welfare policy; aboriginal people; activists; globalization; racial profiling; gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender; farmers; poli

The Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition

Publication type: 
Conference / Meeting Proceedings
Agency: 
The Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition
Date: 
2002-02
Pages: 
7
Summary: 
The Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition (CRHC) is a national organization of community based coalitions inspired by the 2001: A Health Odyssey - Building Healthy Communities GLBT national health conference held in Saskatoon August 31 to September 3, 2001.
Keywords: 
advocacy groups; Canadian Rainbow Health Coalition; CRHC; community; community health; conference; gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender; gender and health; HIV/AIDS; population health

Perceptions on Sale of Needles and Syringes by Pharmacies in Kelowna

Publication type: 
Research Paper / Project Report
Pages: 
8
Summary: 
Findings of a survey study conducted by the AIDS Resource Centre (ARC) in Kelowna, BC. The study looked at the role of pharmacists in the prevention and management of Hepatitis C. The survey found that most pharmacies have a policy allowing the sale of needles.
Keywords: 
AIDS Resource Centre (ARC); Hepatitis Information Project Program of the Okanagan (HIPPO); Kelowna; Okanagan; British Columbia; HIV/AIDS; HIV; AIDS; Hepatitis C; Hep C; HCV; IDU; injection drug users; needles; harm reduction; outreach; pharmaceutical; pha

British Columbia Civil Liberties Association Annual Report for 1998

Publication type: 
Annual Report
Agency: 
British Columbia Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA)
Series: 
In Journal of the BCCLA, Vol. 32, No. 4, March 1999
Date: 
1999-03
Pages: 
43
Summary: 
The BCCLA is a grassroots organization that defends and advocates for civil liberties through public education, casework, law reform, and litigation. This annual report provides a brief history of work done by the BCCLA in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.
Keywords: 
British Columbia Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA); civil rights; constitutional rights; law reform; constitution; British Columbia; advocacy; advocacy groups; law; policy; policy reform; legal system; human rights; HIV/AIDS; Asia Pacific Economic Coope

Barbiturates: The Oblivion Express

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Do it Now Foundation
Sponsor: 
Alcohol and Drug Programs, Ministry of Labour and Consumer Services
Date: 
1990-07
Pages: 
2
Summary: 
Pamphlet giving the history of the production of barbiturate drugs. It describes basic barbiturates; dosage and effects; the risks of barbiturate use; how to handle an overdose; and the health risks associated with withdrawal.
Keywords: 
drugs; pharmaceuticals; overdose; barbiturates; prescription drugs; addiction

Substances and Safety: Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
Do it Now Foundation
Sponsor: 
Alcohol and Drug Programs, Ministry of Labour and Consumer Services
Date: 
1989-03
Pages: 
2
Summary: 
Pamphlet about the problem and dangers of drug and alcohol use on the job. It describes the effects of depressants; stimulants; marijuana and other drugs on workers. The pamphlet argues that the best way to deal with this problem is for employers to be active
Keywords: 
drugs; workplace; alcohol; occupational health; safety; North America

Different Views of Elation

Publication type: 
Brochure / Leaflet / Pamphlet / Information Sheet
Agency: 
League Against Intoxicants
Date: 
1995-06-12
Pages: 
12
Summary: 
Document created by an anti-drugs and anti-alcohol group (League Against Intoxicants) in Norway. It promotes natural highs or forms of elation, such as those achieved through dance and art.
Keywords: 
League Against Intoxicants; drug use; alcohol; prevention of drug use; Norway

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