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Alcohol consumption and cardiovascular disease risk in an African population in transition: the prospective urban and rural epidemiology (PURE) study
(Medpharm Publications, 2010)
Objective: There is evidence showing a cardioprotective effect of light to moderate alcohol consumption in many populations. Whether
alcohol consumption reduces cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in an African population ...
Alcohol metabolism and health hazards associated with alcohol abuse in a South African context: a review
(Medpharm Publications, 2010)
The World Health Organization recently stated that alcohol consumption is the fifth leading cause of death worldwide and that intakes are increasing, especially in developing countries. Alcohol-related effects are major ...
The social aspects of alcohol misuse/abuse in South Africa
(Medpharm Publications, 2010)
Use of alcohol in Africa, particularly in South Africa, has a long history and is a way of life for many people, regardless of their socio-economic
background. Alcohol abuse has many negative economic, social and health ...