Alcohol

Alcohol is a leading risk factor for disease, disability and premature death in Canada. Short-term health risks associated with alcohol include: injuries, violence and alcohol poisoning. Alcohol can also lead to serious long-term health risks such as: cancer, liver disease, heart disease, stroke, mental illness and alcohol dependence. Several interventions are shown to be effective in promoting moderate alcohol use, raising awareness of and reducing alcohol-related harms, and supporting healthier communities. We provide expertise and resources on developing, planning and implementing alcohol-related interventions including policy, screening, labelling and advertising.

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Municipal Alcohol Policies (MAP) Repository

This page contains a list of municipal alcohol policies in Ontario.

Audio Presentation: Alcohol Policy

The focus of this audio presentation series is on the role of a comprehensive, policy-led approach to mitigating alcohol-related harms. The basics of policy as a health promotion strategy are introduced. World Health Organization research about key alcohol policy approaches for public health practitioners and policy-makers are explained.

Municipal Alcohol Policy Intake Form

To submit a new or revised MAP for inclusion to the GIS map and the MAP repository please complete the Municipal Alcohol Policy Intake Form.

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PHO Grand Rounds: Nutrition and exercise interventions during pregnancy: Understanding the effect of weight fluctuations before pregnancy and excessive gestational weight gain

Providing women with a nutrition and exercise program during pregnancy may prevent excessive gestational weight gain (EGWG) and promote positive health outcomes for both mom and baby.

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