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Health - Lifestyle - Drugs & AlcoholAlcohol information Alcohol use touches many people’s lives, young and old. For those that drink, alcohol is something to be enjoyed in safe amounts. However, where it is misused alcohol is also a major contributor to a range of harms. Alcohol is the most common drug of addiction used in this country. It has a significant impact on Nottinghamshire, with national, regional and local data suggesting approximately 114,000 people are hazardous or harmful drinkers (drinking regularly above the Department of Health recommended limits) and 9,000 people are dependant drinkers. Nottinghamshire County Drug and Alcohol Action Team Nottinghamshire County Drug and Alcohol Action Team is an active, working partnership that seeks to break the harm done to society by the problematic use of drugs and alcohol. We do this by commissioning drug treatment services, and working with our partners to achieve the targets and priorities set by the Government in the seven districts of Nottinghamshire County. Advice for Alcohol Problems APAS is an independent provider of all kinds of services designed to reduce the harm alcohol causes to individuals, families and the communities they live in. FRANK - 0800 776600 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, FRANK is around to give you FREE and confidential info on drugs. Drink Aware The alcohol content of drinks is measured in units. One UK unit contains eight grams of pure alcohol. The UK Government advises that men should not regularly drink more than three to four units a day and women not more than two to three. Consistently drinking four or more units for men, and three or more for women, isn't advisable because of the progressive health risks it carries. After an episode of heavy drinking it is advisable to refrain from drinking for 48 hours. And of course, in some situations like pregnancy , it's better to avoid drinking alcohol. Alcoholics Anonymous in the UK Provides links to websites maintained by Alcoholics Anonymous in the UK Hettys - 08000 850941 Confidential help and support for families and carers of drug and alcohol users. Phoneline open 9am - 7pm 7 days a week BAC-IN- 0115 9609597 BAC-IN project provides culturally sensitive and culturally appropriate services to individuals and families from African/Caribbean, South Asian and Dual Heritage backgrounds to be able to address and treat substance misuse and related psychological issues. Lets Build - 08001218189 Let’s Builds main aims are to provide information, training, support, and advice around drugs and alcohol issues. We offer a wide range of training courses that will help develop the competence and confidence necessary to work with substance use |
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