![]() People in Canada should have access to the latest evidence-based advice on alcohol to support them in making informed decisions about its use. Click the links in the chart to access the supporting documents produced as part of the process. The chart on Process and Documentation outlines the process that resulted in Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health. In July 2020 with funding from Health Canada, CCSA began the project to update the LRDGs. Process Followed to Develop the Guidance on Alcohol and Health All parties participated with equal status and the expression of each parties’ points of views were encouraged. The process has been consensual and based on co-operation. ![]() Other countries, including Australia, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States, recently updated their guidelines to reduce the health risks of alcohol consumption.Ĭanada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health is the result of a collaborative process among CCSA, health and social scientists, knowledge mobilization specialists and representatives of various Canadian organizations, including Health Canada. Research has also evolved on how drinking alcohol contributes to social harms. Since the release of the LRDGs in 2011, new evidence has been uncovered on alcohol-related mortality and morbidity. Additional Resourcesįrequently Asked Questions Project BackgroundĬanada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health replaces Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines (LRDGs). To use this resource, please complete our online copyright permission form. They offer concise, image-based explanations of the risks and harms of alcohol consumption on an increasing scale, as well as tips to reduce those risks. These posters summarize the key messages in Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health in simple terms and illustrations. Get in Touchįor inquiries or assistance with using this toolkit, please contact Posters If you are distributing or adapting them, please complete our online copyright permission form. You do not need permission to use these materials for personal use. We invite you to use the resources to help promote Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health and amplify the key messages. This toolkit contains CCSA resources related to Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health that are available to your organization at no cost. Learn More about Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health, Public Summary: Drinking Less Is Better (Infographic) Communications Toolkit Communications Toolkit: Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health About this Toolkit Please check back with us in the coming months as we release these new resources. No matter where you are on the continuum, for your health, less alcohol is better.ĬCSA is creating knowledge mobilization products that will be tailored to meet the needs of our audience.When breastfeeding, not drinking alcohol is safest.When pregnant or trying to get pregnant, there is no known safe amount of alcohol use.Consuming more than 2 standard drinks per occasion is associated with an increased risk of harms to self and others, including injuries and violence.Each additional standard drink radically increases the risk of alcohol-related consequences.7 standard drinks or more per week - Your risk of heart disease or stroke increases significantly at this level.3–6 standard drinks per week - Your risk of developing several types of cancer, including breast and colon cancer, increases at this level. ![]() ![]() 2 standard drinks or less per week - You are likely to avoid alcohol-related consequences for yourself or others at this level.0 drinks per week - Not drinking has benefits, such as better health, and better sleep. ![]()
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