Article
Alcohol drinking habits and community perspectives on alcohol abuse in the Bella Coola Valley
Habitudes de consommation d'alcool et perspectives communautaires sur l'abus d'alcool dans la vallée de Bella Coola
Winter 2006
Volume 11 - Issue 1
Harvey V. Thommasen, Niel Hanlon, William Zhang
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 8–14
Content Summary
This study examines alcohol consumption patterns and community views on alcohol abuse in the Bella Coola Valley. It reveals significant concerns about alcohol-related health issues, with unemployment and substance abuse identified as major problems. The research highlights differences in drinking habits between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal residents, emphasizing the need for targeted public health interventions.
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Public healthAddictionsRural medicineMedical residencyIndigenous health