Alcohol

Pharmacists in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to impose a complete ban on sachet and small-volume alcoholic beverages, warning that the products pose a serious threat to public health. The appeal was made by the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, which said stronger action was needed to curb alcohol abuse, particularly among…

Thailand has suspended its long-running prohibition on afternoon alcohol sales as part of a six-month experiment aimed at reviving tourism and stimulating the economy. Under the temporary measure, licensed stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues are permitted to sell alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm. This marks the first relaxation of a rule introduced in 1972…