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A report published by the Health Research Board this week into alcohol-related deaths and deaths among people who were alcohol dependent in Ireland during 2004 and 2008 has found that Mayo tops the polls in both categories.

A drunk man who was abusive to shop staff after he was refused the purchase of alcohol was before Ballina District Court this week.

People in Westmeath are spending nearly €1,700 per year on alcohol; with men spending significantly more than women, at €2,123 and €1,329 respectively.

As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, new research from Aviva Health Insurance has revealed that people in Mayo are spending nearly €1,900 per year on alcohol, with men spending significantly more than women, at €2,067 and €1,713 respectively. The research also revealed that people are drinking excessively, with men consuming an average of 12 alcohol units per week and women consuming an average of nine. While this is below the recommended weekly limit of 21 units for men and 14 units for women, it raises concerns given that this limit identifies when damage is caused to one’s health by alcohol.

As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, new research from Aviva Health Insurance has revealed that people in Kilkenny are spending over €1,800 per year on alcohol with men spending significantly more than women, at €2,104 and €1,592 respectively.

The licensee of a bar in Cong was before Castlebar District Court on Wednesday, after patrons were found on his premises after closing.

The licensee of a bar in Cong was before Castlebar District Court on Wednesday, after patrons were found on his premises after closing.

Dietician Heather Miller, who holds clinics in Balla, Castlebar and Claremorris offers some advice on sensible drinking.

Ever dreamed of becoming the next Susan Boyle, Kings of Leon, or even David Copperfield? If so, the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) in association with Smithwick’s, might have the answer for you with the VFI Stars of our Bars pub talent competition.

Alcohol Action Ireland, the national charity for alcohol-related issues, is calling on the Government to implement budget measures that could earn the Exchequer up to €182 million in additional revenue and help reduce the estimated €3.7 billion in avoidable costs caused by alcohol-related harm each year.