Alcohol consumption and dependence: The role of pharmacists in prevention, support and management

Worldwide, around 2.6 million deaths were caused by alcohol consumption in 2019, with 1.6 million of these resulting from non-communicable diseases (NCDs), according to the WHO. This webinar explores the burden of alcohol consumption and the complex relationship between alcohol addiction and various diseases, including NCDs, emphasising the importance of early intervention, support, and effective management strategies. Attendees will learn about the WHO SAFER initiative and how pharmacists can play a crucial role in prevention, support, and management efforts, collaborating with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and reduce alcohol-related health risks.

Moderator:
- Leticia Caligaris, Pharmacist, Community Pharmacist in Uruguay; Ministry of Defense Uruguay, Secretary of Community Pharmacy Section, FIP, Uruguay

Panellists:
- Dag Rekve, Senior Technical Officer, Alcohol, Drugs and Addictive Behaviours, World Health Organization
- Duncan Stewart, Professor of Applied Health Research, London Metropolitan University, UK
- Romeo C. Ongpoy Jr, Director III, Department of Science & Technology, Philippines
- Corina Scutari, Head of the Department of Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy, Nicolae Testemițanu" State University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Moldova