Alcohol

Alcohol is the most prevalent drug in WA and causes the second greatest amount of drug-related harm, after tobacco.

The EMHS Health Promotion team works with stakeholders to reduce alcohol-related harm by influencing the supply of alcohol and the demand for alcohol.

Projects

Cities of Armadale, Canning and Gosnells Alcohol Action Plan

Reduction of alcohol-related harms requires a coordinated response across government and not-for-profit organisations.

This action plan (PDF 3.6MB) is the first of its kind to work across three metropolitan local government regions.

In partnership with the Mental Health Commission, we are leading the development of this plan with the active participation of the respective local governments, WA Police Force and non-government service providers. More than 20 partners have been involved in the development of the plan.

Aboriginal Youth Health Program

This culturally appropriate program is delivered in schools to help increase the knowledge of Aboriginal young people about alcohol and tobacco-related harm and the dangers of risky sexual behaviour.