Meros Center Publication: Social and cultural perceptions of alcohol use in Zambia

Alcohol is a global leading risk factor for death and disease among individuals 15-49,
with highest rates of heavy alcohol consumption among drinkers in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Given identified gaps in mental, neurological, and substance use services, communityand church-based services are needed to support individuals looking to reduce or quit
harmful substance use. This qualitative study identified social and cultural perceptions
of alcohol among drinkers, community health workers, and Christian pastors in rural and
peri-urban Zambia.

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New Online Self-Study Community Health Ministry Training

Our online Community Health Ministry professional certificate training is now available in a self-study format.  Choose what you wish to learn on your schedule. In partnership with Wisconsin Lutheran College, we will continue to add tools and training to our online catalog. Check out more details on our CHM page or sign up in the Meros training catalog.

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