Examining the effects of alcohol prohibition Laws in Pakistan on public health

Globally, more than 3.3 million people die of alcohol use every year. Alcohol consumption has a causal association with more than 230 disorders. Pakistan framed its first alcohol prohibition laws in 1977. These laws were further strengthened in 1979 through an ordinance. There is a complete ban on...

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Published in:	Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
Main Authors:	Muhammad Akhtar Abbas Khan, Farzeen Akhtar
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Pakistan Medical Association 2024-11-01
Subjects:	Alcohol prohibition Public health Hudood ordinance Alcohol-related harm
Online Access:	https://jpma.org.pk/index.php/public_html/article/view/20410