In this episode of Conversations about Alcohol, our podcast host and general practitioner Dr Rachel Phillips sits down with two leading specialists, Dr Alastair MacGilchrist OBE and Dr Peter Rice, to explore the evolving landscape of alcohol-related harms in Scotland. Together, they unpack the history of SHAAP (Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems), discuss the public health policies that have shaped Scotland’s approach to alcohol harm reduction, and reflect on the role of evidence-based advocacy in influencing change.

Aimed at medical professionals, this conversation offers a relaxed yet insightful look into how clinical practice, policy, and public health intersect to tackle one of Scotland’s most pressing health challenges.

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