Pubdate: Mon, 10 Dec 2007
Source: Belfast Telegraph (UK)
Copyright: 2007 Belfast Telegraph Newspapers Ltd.
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DRUMM SAYS ALCOHOL IS BIGGEST PROBLEM DRUG IN IRELAND

The head of the HSE says alcohol remains the biggest problem drug in
Ireland, despite the recent headline-grabbing stories about
cocaine-related deaths.

Speaking in Dublin today, Professor Brendan Drumm said society should
not lose sight of the fact that alcohol is the biggest scourge of
society and the largest drain on the health service.

He said alcohol abuse is a far greater cause of misery than illegal
drugs, with huge numbers attending A&E units every night as a result
of drink-related incidents.
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