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Global Study Urges Alcohol Policy Reform for Women's Safety

10/13/2025

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A global review led by La Trobe University found that men's alcohol use harms women and children and urged immediate policy changes in Australia and worldwide.
The study shows up to one in three women live with heavy drinkers, increasing violence and economic strain.
It calls for targeted interventions addressing gender norms and for integrating alcohol policy with broader violence prevention and community-level actions across health, legal, and social services.

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A global review led by La Trobe University found that men's alcohol use harms women and children and urged immediate policy changes in Australia and worldwide.
The study shows up to one in three women live with heavy drinkers, increasing violence and economic strain.
It calls for targeted interventions addressing gender norms and for integrating alcohol policy with broader violence prevention and community-level actions across health, legal, and social services.