Why stigma matters in addressing alcohol harm.

James Morris; Georg Schomerus

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Why stigma matters in addressing alcohol harm.

August 9, 2023

Morris J, Schomerus G. Drug Alcohol Rev. 2023;42(5):1264-1268.

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Stigma and bias in healthcare undermine patient safety. This article discusses how stigma associated with alcohol use can impede the delivery of quality health care and contribute to poor patient outcomes.

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