Dr. Andy Mohan
@andymohan.bsky.social
Lecturer & public health researcher at University of Dundee; alcohol researcher; race equality advocate. President of ICARA (International Confederation of Alcohol, tobacco & other drugs Research Associations)
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Interesting new report from the Equi Think Tank
Could wider society learn something from abstinent faith communities on how to normalise #AlcoholFree socialising and reduce harm?
Read more 🔽
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Could wider society learn something from abstinent faith communities on how to normalise #AlcoholFree socialising and reduce harm?
Read more 🔽
equi.org.uk/wp-content/u...
equi.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Interesting new report from the Equi Think Tank
Could wider society learn something from abstinent faith communities on how to normalise #AlcoholFree socialising and reduce harm?
Read more 🔽
equi.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Could wider society learn something from abstinent faith communities on how to normalise #AlcoholFree socialising and reduce harm?
Read more 🔽
equi.org.uk/wp-content/u...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Many of the major public health crises we face today are driven by powerful corporations.
The extent and impact of harmful commercial influences need to be revealed and addressed.
📽️In this film, experts unmask the influence of harmful corporations🍿
vimeo.com/1131660477
The extent and impact of harmful commercial influences need to be revealed and addressed.
📽️In this film, experts unmask the influence of harmful corporations🍿
vimeo.com/1131660477
Unmasking Influence - Full Documentary Film
Unmasking influence is about how commercial actors influence policy and public health. Many of the major public health crises we face today are largely driven by…
vimeo.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Many of the major public health crises we face today are driven by powerful corporations.
The extent and impact of harmful commercial influences need to be revealed and addressed.
📽️In this film, experts unmask the influence of harmful corporations🍿
vimeo.com/1131660477
The extent and impact of harmful commercial influences need to be revealed and addressed.
📽️In this film, experts unmask the influence of harmful corporations🍿
vimeo.com/1131660477
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Regulatory capture & UK alcohol licensing review
There is currently a call for evidence from stakeholders on reforming the licensing system
www.gov.uk/government/c...
I have written a bit on why this matters here
gregfellpublichealth.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/r...
There is currently a call for evidence from stakeholders on reforming the licensing system
www.gov.uk/government/c...
I have written a bit on why this matters here
gregfellpublichealth.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/r...
Reforming the licensing system
Seeking views and evidence to develop a modern, proportionate and enabling licensing system under the Licensing Act 2003.
www.gov.uk
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Regulatory capture & UK alcohol licensing review
There is currently a call for evidence from stakeholders on reforming the licensing system
www.gov.uk/government/c...
I have written a bit on why this matters here
gregfellpublichealth.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/r...
There is currently a call for evidence from stakeholders on reforming the licensing system
www.gov.uk/government/c...
I have written a bit on why this matters here
gregfellpublichealth.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/r...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Save the Date! 🗓️
Alcohol-Free Childhood Campaign Webinar - 6 November
Join our campaign partners for a webinar exploring the findings of Public Health Scotland’s recent evidence review on #AlcoholMarketing and advertising
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alcohol-fr...
Alcohol-Free Childhood Campaign Webinar - 6 November
Join our campaign partners for a webinar exploring the findings of Public Health Scotland’s recent evidence review on #AlcoholMarketing and advertising
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alcohol-fr...
Alcohol-Free Childhood Campaign Webinar
Join us for a webinar exploring alcohol marketing in Scotland and its impact on children and young people!
www.eventbrite.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Save the Date! 🗓️
Alcohol-Free Childhood Campaign Webinar - 6 November
Join our campaign partners for a webinar exploring the findings of Public Health Scotland’s recent evidence review on #AlcoholMarketing and advertising
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alcohol-fr...
Alcohol-Free Childhood Campaign Webinar - 6 November
Join our campaign partners for a webinar exploring the findings of Public Health Scotland’s recent evidence review on #AlcoholMarketing and advertising
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alcohol-fr...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
SHAAP Chair Dr @alastairmacg.bsky.social comments on @publichealthscot.bsky.social newly published review into the fall in referrals to specialist alcohol and drug treatment in Scotland.
Read his full statement and see the review: www.shaap.org.uk/news/fall-in...
Read his full statement and see the review: www.shaap.org.uk/news/fall-in...
October 14, 2025 at 11:26 AM
SHAAP Chair Dr @alastairmacg.bsky.social comments on @publichealthscot.bsky.social newly published review into the fall in referrals to specialist alcohol and drug treatment in Scotland.
Read his full statement and see the review: www.shaap.org.uk/news/fall-in...
Read his full statement and see the review: www.shaap.org.uk/news/fall-in...
@alcoholfocus.bsky.social is an amazing organisation that focuses on reducing alcohol-related harm in Scotland, and looking for a new CEO! If you have the expertise, please consider applying: www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/about-vacanc...
Vacancies
www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 11:54 AM
@alcoholfocus.bsky.social is an amazing organisation that focuses on reducing alcohol-related harm in Scotland, and looking for a new CEO! If you have the expertise, please consider applying: www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/about-vacanc...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
www.adph.org.uk/2025/10/alco...
Alcohol licensing reforms
From a public health point of view, it's... well a little disappointing...
Its almost as if there wasn't some concern about high and rising alcohol harm and it's impact on families, UKPLC and the NHS
Alcohol licensing reforms
From a public health point of view, it's... well a little disappointing...
Its almost as if there wasn't some concern about high and rising alcohol harm and it's impact on families, UKPLC and the NHS
Alcohol licensing reforms - ADPH
www.adph.org.uk
October 9, 2025 at 6:22 PM
www.adph.org.uk/2025/10/alco...
Alcohol licensing reforms
From a public health point of view, it's... well a little disappointing...
Its almost as if there wasn't some concern about high and rising alcohol harm and it's impact on families, UKPLC and the NHS
Alcohol licensing reforms
From a public health point of view, it's... well a little disappointing...
Its almost as if there wasn't some concern about high and rising alcohol harm and it's impact on families, UKPLC and the NHS
@dundee.ac.uk Founders Project looks at early benefactors of UoD and the various institutions that have become part of it, uncovering connections to slavery and colonialism. On 7th Oct we present more findings in: Transatlantic Connections. Places still available: www.dundee.ac.uk/events/unive...
University of Dundee Founders Project – Transatlantic Connections | University of Dundee, UK
A talk on Dundee University’s past with connections to the Caribbean and the Americas
www.dundee.ac.uk
October 6, 2025 at 11:03 AM
@dundee.ac.uk Founders Project looks at early benefactors of UoD and the various institutions that have become part of it, uncovering connections to slavery and colonialism. On 7th Oct we present more findings in: Transatlantic Connections. Places still available: www.dundee.ac.uk/events/unive...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
‘This is strength’: stories of enslaved Africans in Grenada made into searchable archive
‘This is strength’: stories of enslaved Africans in Grenada made into searchable archive
Depths of Paradise project backed by British family and created by Stephen Lewis, a descendant of survivors
www.theguardian.com
October 2, 2025 at 5:03 AM
‘This is strength’: stories of enslaved Africans in Grenada made into searchable archive
So excited for @dundee.ac.uk #BlackHistoryMonth! Lots of events on for staff, students & the public. Please come along where you can and share with others! www.dundee.ac.uk/engage/event... @dundeeculture.bsky.social
October 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM
So excited for @dundee.ac.uk #BlackHistoryMonth! Lots of events on for staff, students & the public. Please come along where you can and share with others! www.dundee.ac.uk/engage/event... @dundeeculture.bsky.social
Job alert! @alcoholfocus.bsky.social are looking for a Policy Manger (maternity cover). Interested in leading and developing initiatives to help reduce harm caused by alcohol across Scotland, and want to work with an amazing team, this is for you: www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/about-vacanc...
Vacancies
www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk
September 26, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Job alert! @alcoholfocus.bsky.social are looking for a Policy Manger (maternity cover). Interested in leading and developing initiatives to help reduce harm caused by alcohol across Scotland, and want to work with an amazing team, this is for you: www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/about-vacanc...
ICARA's AGM is 21st October. 2 fantastic speakers will focus on putting prevention regarding alcohol, tobacco and other substances back on the policy and practice agenda. Please share! @alcoholfocus.bsky.social @shaapalcohol.bsky.social @healthpromint.bsky.social
Invitation to join this engaging discussion on (re)prioritising prevention in policy and practice regarding substance use. Speakers: Dr. Maristela Monteiro, previous advisor to PAHO & WHO and Matej Kosir from @utrip.bsky.social. 21st October, 2-3pm UK. Register: www.icara.info/upcoming-ica...
Upcoming ICARA events | ICARA
ICARA Board Elections for 2025-27 Interested in supporting capacity building and knowledge translation for substance use research globally? This is one of the aims of ICARA and there is an exciting op...
www.icara.info
September 17, 2025 at 10:37 AM
ICARA's AGM is 21st October. 2 fantastic speakers will focus on putting prevention regarding alcohol, tobacco and other substances back on the policy and practice agenda. Please share! @alcoholfocus.bsky.social @shaapalcohol.bsky.social @healthpromint.bsky.social
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And @gabrielcaluzzi.bsky.social discusses #HarmReduction as an addition to structural reforms (pricing, marketing...) and the Q&A highlights the community aspect they may bring into #PublicMentalHealth strategies.
One example
vancouver.ca/people-progr...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Vancouver
One example
vancouver.ca/people-progr...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Vancouver
Four Pillars drug strategy
Vancouver's Four Pillars Drug Strategy is a coordinated, comprehensive approach that balances public order and public health in order to create a safer, healthier community.
vancouver.ca
September 2, 2025 at 11:35 AM
And @gabrielcaluzzi.bsky.social discusses #HarmReduction as an addition to structural reforms (pricing, marketing...) and the Q&A highlights the community aspect they may bring into #PublicMentalHealth strategies.
One example
vancouver.ca/people-progr...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Vancouver
One example
vancouver.ca/people-progr...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Vancouver
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John Dillon focuses on how to identify alcohol-related liver disease earlier (at the moment: 25% mortality at 60 days). He presents work on the #iLFT and asks what to do now
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31226388/
Research summary
www.dundee.ac.uk/stories/inte...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Diagnosis
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31226388/
Research summary
www.dundee.ac.uk/stories/inte...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Diagnosis
Intelligent liver function testing (iLFT): A trial of automated diagnosis and staging of liver disease in primary care - PubMed
There is a growing epidemic of advanced liver disease, this could be offset by early detection and management. Checking liver blood tests (LFTs) should be an opportunity to diagnose liver problems, but abnormal results are often incompletely investigated. In this study we were able to substantially …
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
September 2, 2025 at 11:08 AM
John Dillon focuses on how to identify alcohol-related liver disease earlier (at the moment: 25% mortality at 60 days). He presents work on the #iLFT and asks what to do now
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31226388/
Research summary
www.dundee.ac.uk/stories/inte...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Diagnosis
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31226388/
Research summary
www.dundee.ac.uk/stories/inte...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Diagnosis
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Amy Malaguti presents on developing a screening pathway for early diagnosis of chronic liver disease.
The ongoing project explores implementing Fibrosis-4 index & Fibroscan in a community detox setting and whether it is worth it.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Dundee #DDARS #ImplementationScience
The ongoing project explores implementing Fibrosis-4 index & Fibroscan in a community detox setting and whether it is worth it.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Dundee #DDARS #ImplementationScience
September 2, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Amy Malaguti presents on developing a screening pathway for early diagnosis of chronic liver disease.
The ongoing project explores implementing Fibrosis-4 index & Fibroscan in a community detox setting and whether it is worth it.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Dundee #DDARS #ImplementationScience
The ongoing project explores implementing Fibrosis-4 index & Fibroscan in a community detox setting and whether it is worth it.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Dundee #DDARS #ImplementationScience
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Next, Briege Nugent and Ryan Anderson present on #CoProduction with people who identify as having alcohol-related issues, aiming to understand trajectories and what works (e.g., #PeerSupport #Rehabilitation).
Big problems: housing and access to services.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Edinburgh
Big problems: housing and access to services.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Edinburgh
September 2, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Next, Briege Nugent and Ryan Anderson present on #CoProduction with people who identify as having alcohol-related issues, aiming to understand trajectories and what works (e.g., #PeerSupport #Rehabilitation).
Big problems: housing and access to services.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Edinburgh
Big problems: housing and access to services.
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland #Edinburgh
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
First up, @ptoner.bsky.social presents on developing screening & assessment instruments for young people.
Currently available from this work #SysReview -s on
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
and work on #HRQoL assessment
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland
Currently available from this work #SysReview -s on
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
and work on #HRQoL assessment
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland
Alcohol screening and assessment measures for young people: A systematic review and meta-analysis of validation studies
There is a strong rationale for clinicians to identify risky drinking among young people given the harms caused by alcohol. This systematic review eva…
www.sciencedirect.com
September 2, 2025 at 9:47 AM
First up, @ptoner.bsky.social presents on developing screening & assessment instruments for young people.
Currently available from this work #SysReview -s on
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
and work on #HRQoL assessment
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland
Currently available from this work #SysReview -s on
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
and work on #HRQoL assessment
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
#SARN #SubstanceUse #Scotland
Huge thanks to colleagues from @shaapalcohol.bsky.social for attending as well.
A pleasure hosting the @sarnalcohol.bsky.social mtg yesterday @dundee.ac.uk. Well-attended by researchers & practitioners from across Dundee & Scotland. Great presentations including from visitor @gabrielcaluzzi.bsky.social and our own @ptoner.bsky.social.
September 3, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Huge thanks to colleagues from @shaapalcohol.bsky.social for attending as well.
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Very nice morning and big thanks to the organisers @andymohan.bsky.social (and many of them not being here)!
If interested in the Scottish Alcohol Research Network #SARN, you find them here:
www.sarnalcohol.org
#AlcoholRelatedHarm #Scotland
If interested in the Scottish Alcohol Research Network #SARN, you find them here:
www.sarnalcohol.org
#AlcoholRelatedHarm #Scotland
SARN - The Scottish Alcohol Research Network
SARN brings together those with the vision, passion, and commitment to drive forward alcohol research in Scotland.
www.sarnalcohol.org
September 2, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Very nice morning and big thanks to the organisers @andymohan.bsky.social (and many of them not being here)!
If interested in the Scottish Alcohol Research Network #SARN, you find them here:
www.sarnalcohol.org
#AlcoholRelatedHarm #Scotland
If interested in the Scottish Alcohol Research Network #SARN, you find them here:
www.sarnalcohol.org
#AlcoholRelatedHarm #Scotland
A pleasure hosting the @sarnalcohol.bsky.social mtg yesterday @dundee.ac.uk. Well-attended by researchers & practitioners from across Dundee & Scotland. Great presentations including from visitor @gabrielcaluzzi.bsky.social and our own @ptoner.bsky.social.
September 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM
A pleasure hosting the @sarnalcohol.bsky.social mtg yesterday @dundee.ac.uk. Well-attended by researchers & practitioners from across Dundee & Scotland. Great presentations including from visitor @gabrielcaluzzi.bsky.social and our own @ptoner.bsky.social.
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
🧠Today is #WorldBrainDay2025
Dr David McCartney explores the science behind alcohol use disorder. He discusses the impact of trauma, genetics, and stress on compulsive drinking, and why treatment, mutual aid, and psychosocial support offer hope for recovery
youtu.be/3s5WZ59u49s
Dr David McCartney explores the science behind alcohol use disorder. He discusses the impact of trauma, genetics, and stress on compulsive drinking, and why treatment, mutual aid, and psychosocial support offer hope for recovery
youtu.be/3s5WZ59u49s
Alcohol, the brain and associated behaviours by Dr David McCartney
YouTube video by SHAAP
youtu.be
July 22, 2025 at 10:50 AM
🧠Today is #WorldBrainDay2025
Dr David McCartney explores the science behind alcohol use disorder. He discusses the impact of trauma, genetics, and stress on compulsive drinking, and why treatment, mutual aid, and psychosocial support offer hope for recovery
youtu.be/3s5WZ59u49s
Dr David McCartney explores the science behind alcohol use disorder. He discusses the impact of trauma, genetics, and stress on compulsive drinking, and why treatment, mutual aid, and psychosocial support offer hope for recovery
youtu.be/3s5WZ59u49s
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
Health literacy as a public health goal: 25 years on.
Our latest Editorial in @healthpromint.bsky.social by Emeritus Professor Don Nutbeam
academic.oup.com/heapro/artic...
Our latest Editorial in @healthpromint.bsky.social by Emeritus Professor Don Nutbeam
academic.oup.com/heapro/artic...
Health literacy as a public health goal: 25 years on
Twenty-five years ago, Health Promotion International published a paper on Health literacy as a public health goal: a challenge for contemporary health edu
academic.oup.com
July 16, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Health literacy as a public health goal: 25 years on.
Our latest Editorial in @healthpromint.bsky.social by Emeritus Professor Don Nutbeam
academic.oup.com/heapro/artic...
Our latest Editorial in @healthpromint.bsky.social by Emeritus Professor Don Nutbeam
academic.oup.com/heapro/artic...
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
The @britishacademy.bsky.social #ECR Network organises writing retreats to provide an environment where #ECRs can work on writing projects alongside peers.
Scotland Writing Extravaganza at #DundeeUni
🔥14.08.
Tickets here:
www.tickettailor.com/events/early...
#Scotland #Saidheans #AcademicWriting
Scotland Writing Extravaganza at #DundeeUni
🔥14.08.
Tickets here:
www.tickettailor.com/events/early...
#Scotland #Saidheans #AcademicWriting
Book Tickets – Scotland Writing Extravaganza, University of Dundee, 14 August, Scotland ECRs only – Tower River Room 2, Tower Building, University of Dundee
The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network brings together ECRs across the humanities and social sciences disciplines,...
www.tickettailor.com
July 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The @britishacademy.bsky.social #ECR Network organises writing retreats to provide an environment where #ECRs can work on writing projects alongside peers.
Scotland Writing Extravaganza at #DundeeUni
🔥14.08.
Tickets here:
www.tickettailor.com/events/early...
#Scotland #Saidheans #AcademicWriting
Scotland Writing Extravaganza at #DundeeUni
🔥14.08.
Tickets here:
www.tickettailor.com/events/early...
#Scotland #Saidheans #AcademicWriting
Reposted by Dr. Andy Mohan
"We’re seeing a flurry of think pieces positing that teetotallers are [freeloaders]..., and the rising abstinence trend poses a fiscal and existential threat. It’s a dangerous message that flies in the face of evidence." @DrNicoleLee
womensagenda.com.au/latest/think...
womensagenda.com.au/latest/think...
Think teetotallers are killjoys dragging down the economy? The evidence suggests the opposite
More young Aussies are choosing to drink less or not at all, leading to a healthier, safer, and more connected society.
womensagenda.com.au
July 6, 2025 at 8:10 AM
"We’re seeing a flurry of think pieces positing that teetotallers are [freeloaders]..., and the rising abstinence trend poses a fiscal and existential threat. It’s a dangerous message that flies in the face of evidence." @DrNicoleLee
womensagenda.com.au/latest/think...
womensagenda.com.au/latest/think...