To support NHS hospitals in this work, researchers in CLAHRC South London’s alcohol research team have worked with the Health Innovation Network to produce a resource pack which aims to help NHS hospitals, clinicians, managers and commissioners with the three key approaches: 

•  identification and brief advice (IBA) for all patients
•  establishing an alcohol care team for patients who require further support and referral
•  an assertive outreach response for people with complex needs that frequently attend hospital.