TORONTO – The Ontario Medical Association says the province has a drinking problem and the government must do something about it.
The organization representing Ontario’s medical profession says heavy drinking is very common and gets far less attention alcoholism, even though it also has potentially serious consequences.
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Heavy drinking is defined as consuming more than the recommended weekly amount, which is 10 standard drinks for women and 15 for men.
The association raises the issue in a policy paper to be released April 17th.
OMA President Dr. Doug Weir says programs to prevent and reduce excessive drinking need more funding and better promotion.
One of the organization’s recommendations would have the Liquor Control Board of Ontario funnel part of its projected $100 million revenue boost into harm-reduction initiatives.
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