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    • Should I drink if I’m pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding?

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    Indigenous education resources and partnerships

    Indigenous education around alcohol is an important focus for DrinkWise.  DrinkWise provides financial and in-kind support for a number of different programs and initiatives, utilising a tailored broadcast and targeted approach.

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    DrinkWise videos for education programs

    DrinkWise has created a series of videos for school and community programs, to educate and build individual capacity to make informed decisions about alcohol.

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    You Got This – supporting 2020 school leavers

    The second phase of You Got This features a series of six video interviews offering practical tips and experiences that can help school-leavers remain confident and resilient as they embark on life after school.

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    Choose to DrinkWise

    DrinkWise, in partnership with Retail Drinks Australia, has developed the “Choose to DrinkWise.” initiative which aims to promote responsible alcohol consumption.

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    Support Services

    Do you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol? Here you'll find where to get help for you, your family or a friend.

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    DrinkWise Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Program

    The DrinkWise FASD Awareness Program aims to create greater awareness among Australians that FASD is a preventable disorder and reaffirm the risks of drinking alcohol while pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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    Pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding?

    Give your baby the best possible start and avoid the risks of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should not drink alcohol. If you are breastfeeding, not drinking alcohol is safest for your baby.

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    The importance of moderation during COVID-19

    COVID-19 has created great uncertainty for many Australians, particularly in relation to our health, well-being, general feelings of stability and financial security.

    Get the Facts: labeling on alcohol products and packaging

    DrinkWise has developed consumer information messages for alcohol labels to assist Australian consumers to better understand the facts about alcohol consumption.

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    Bounce Back podcast - presented by DrinkWise

    DrinkWise created the podcast series 'Bounce Back' to help Australians facing adversity or feeling lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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    DrinkWise media highlights (2020)

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    Mamamia's five types of teenagers. Which one is yours?

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    How much have you had to drink?

    In Australia, a standard drink refers to 10 grams of alcohol. On average, this is how much the human body can process in one hour.

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    DELAY 5 Point Plan for parents

    Talking to kids about alcohol and setting the boundaries and expectations to keep them safe can be a daunting task. DrinkWise has developed a 5 Point Plan to provide practical advice on how to be a positive influence and delay your child's introduction to alcohol.

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    The effects of alcohol on your body

    When enjoyed in moderation, alcohol can form part of a healthy lifestyle that includes good diet and exercise. On the other hand, excessive drinking can have harmful effects on your health. Many Australians enjoy having a drink, but not a lot of people realise how alcohol can affect their physical health.

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