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Alcohol-specific and Alcohol-related deaths: What does it all mean?

Alcohol is a leading cause of premature and preventable deaths. This film explains the difference between alcohol-specific and alcohol-related deaths, two key measures used to assess alcohol harm. Alcohol-specific deaths refer to fatalities from conditions entirely caused by alcohol, such as alcohol-related liver disease and alcohol poisoning. Alcohol-related deaths include these but also cover deaths from conditions where alcohol is a contributing factor, such as certain cancers and heart disease. The true scale of alcohol harm is often underestimated, but understanding these measures helps highlight the urgent need for effective alcohol policies. Read our short briefing on the topic here: https://www.ias.org.uk/report/alcohol-specific-and-alcohol-related-deaths-what-does-it-all-mean/.

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