Dealing with alcohol abuse in general practice

The excessive use of alcohol is a significant problem in South Africa. The consequences are far-reaching, both for the health of the individual, and for society as a whole. This article examines the role of the family physician in the identification and management of patients with alcohol-use disord...

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Main Author: D. Rodseth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2012-02-01
Series:South African Family Practice
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Online Access:https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/2779
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