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In chemistry, an alcohol is any organic compound in which a hydroxyl group (-OH) is bound to a carbon atom of an alkyl or substituted alkyl group. The general formula for a simple acyclic alcohol is CnH2n+1OH.
In general usage, alcohol (from Arabic ': ) refers almost always to ethanol, also known as grain alcohol', a colorless, volatile liquid with a strong smell formed by the fermentation of sugars. It also often refers to any beverage that contains ethanol (see alcoholic beverage). This sense underlies the term alcoholism (addiction to alcohol). As a drug, ethanol is known to have a depressing effect that decreases the responses of the central nervous system (see effects of alcohol on the body). Other forms of alcohol are usually described with a clarifying adjective, as in isopropyl alcohol or by the suffix -ol, as in isopropanol''.
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New drug being tested in Africa for river blindness
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0000
1 July 2009 -- The clinical trial of a drug that could eliminate river blindness is being launched in three African countries. Also known as onchocerciasis, this disease is one of the leading infectious causes of blindness across Africa.
Working relationship between the Russian Federation and WHO strengthened
Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0000
26 June 2009 -- Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General of WHO, today met Mr Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, during an official visit to the country. The visit has seen the strengthening of the working relationship between the Russian Federation and WHO.
Call to protect hospitals, schools from impact of disasters
Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0000
18 June 2009 -- WHO and UNICEF today called on governments to strengthen risk reduction measures so that health and education systems are able to cope with disasters.
WHO welcomes sanofi-aventis's donation of vaccine
Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:15:00 -0000
17 June 2009 -- WHO Director-General Dr Margaret Chan has welcomed the announcement by sanofi-aventis to donate 100 million doses of vaccine against the pandemic H1N1 2009 virus.
Pedestrians, cyclists among main road traffic crash victims
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:00:00 -0000
15 June 2009 -- The first global assessment of road safety finds that almost half of the estimated 1.27 million people who die in road traffic crashes every year are pedestrians, motorcyclists and cyclists. While progress has been made towards protecting people in cars, the needs of these vulnerable groups of road users are not being met.
Greater equity in health should be a progress indicator
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:00:00 -0000
15 June 2009 -- Greater equity in the health status of populations, within and between countries, should be regarded as a key measure of how we are making progress, said WHO Director-eneral Dr Margaret Chan today, speaking at the UN Headquarters in New York.
AIM - Alcohol In Moderation is an organization promoting a sensible and moderate drinking message. Information from scientific researchers, the beverage alcohol industry and associations, on research, health issues and legislation.
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Alcohol Abuse Prevention: Some Serious Problems - Articles question the honesty and integrity of eight organizations in the field of preventing alcohol abuse. The author is David Hanson, Ph.D., a professor emeritus at State University of New York.
Alcohol and Your College Experience - Facts on Tap - A national alcohol prevention, intervention, and education program used by universities across the United States.
Meta Description: [ Facts on Tap is an alcohol and drug prevention and intervention program for high school and college students. ]
Alcohol Epidemiology Program at the University of Minnesota - Research program to discover effective community and policy interventions to reduce alcohol-related social and health problems. Includes findings, and information about effective policies.
Alcohol Stats - Created by Anheuser-Busch to highlight research and statistics regarding alcohol abuse, drunk driving, and responsible consumption.
Meta Description: [ Alcohol Stats.com is a website that highlights research on drunk driving, underage drinking, alcohol abuse and responsible consumption, including independent university and government research. ]
APOLNET - Alcohol Policy Network - Ontario Public Health Association site devoted exclusively to Canadian alcohol policy issues; designed to stimulate informed discussion about various aspects of alcohol policy.
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Attitudes Toward Seeking Treatment Among Alcohol-using College Students. - Article originally published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse.
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Bottomless Pitchers - The flow of alcohol ads and cheap-drink specials aimed at college students may be one factor in high rates of binge drinking.
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CC Speaks - College campus alcohol issues speaker that carries a message about health and abuse.
College Drinking: Changing the Culture - Resources for changing the college drinking culture. Includes research and approaches to prevention, with interactive tools for students and educators.
Meta Description: [ Alcohol policies at College Drinking. Facts about alcohol. ]
FACE - Truth and Clarity on Alcohol - A national non-profit organization that supports sensible alcohol practices through the development of messages, strategies, and training.
Meta Description: [ FACE Resources training and action on alcohol awareness. ]
History of Alcohol Prohibition - Summary of policies in the United States from the colonial period through the repeal in 1933 of the Prohibition (21st) Amendment to the Constitution. Includes references.
Intoxication: Its Benefits and Costs - Intoxication is rewarding for precisely the same reason it produces suffering - it diminishes the influence of remote stimuli.
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Texas Safety Network - Specific to Texas. Includes information about how online alcohol sales negatively affect dry counties, tax revenue, and underage consumers.
Meta Description: [ The Texas Safety Network (TSN) is an Austin-based educational forum and informational exchange bringing Texans together to discuss key alcohol-related issues and promote alcohol responsibility. ]
The Century Council - The American distilling industry's organization fighting drunk driving and illegal underage drinking through alcohol education, law enforcement, legislation and retailer support.
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program - Tackles underage drinking and drunk driving in greater Washington, DC., including providing sober rides.
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Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS) - Offers programs for training people to responsibly serve, sell and consume alcohol.
Meta Description: [ Intervention training for alcohol sales, service and use. ]
UMHS DrinkWise - Program by University of Michigan Health System for people with mild to moderate alcohol problems.
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