Issue Briefings

EL IMPACTO ECONÓMICO DEL ALCOHOL EN LA REGIÓN FRONTERIZA TIJUANA — SAN DIEGO — Proyecto Fronterizo — Junio 2004
Con más de 54 millones de peatones que cruzan anualmente, la frontera de San Diego-Tijuana es la mas transitada del mundo. Las comunidades a lo largo de la frontera EE.UU.-México están conectadas en muchos aspectos, incluyendo factores que influyen la calidad de vida en ambos lados de la frontera. (resumen informativo - pdf)
ALCOHOL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT IN THE SAN DIEGO - TIJUANA BORDER REGION — The Border Project — June, 2004
This issue briefing describes the ways in which inadequate control policies and lack of enforcement of alcohol policies inhibit economic development in border communities. The briefing also proposes solutions that can be implemented to create a healthier environment for both economic growth and public safety. (issue briefing — pdf file)
AN INTERSECTION OF RISKS: ALCOHOL AND HIV -  The Border Project — June, 2004
Recently federal agencies have called for more research on the relationship between HIV and alcohol and combined intervention strategies. This issue briefing provides information about alcohol abuse and HIV/AIDS and recommends actions for communities to reduce risks of both. (issue briefing — pdf file)
ELIMINATING PROMOTIONS FOR UNDERAGE DRINKING IN MEXICO — The Border Project — February, 2002
The Institute for Public Strategies (IPS) calls for creation of an ordinance to eliminate all alcohol promotions that target minors under 21 to drink in Mexico. This issue briefing provides background information and data illustrating the magnitude of local underage drinking and the rationale for recommended policy changes. It then outlines specific steps that can be taken to remedy this serious problem. (issue briefing — pdf file)
ELIMINANDO PROMOCIONES QUE INVITAN A JÓVENES MENORES DE EDAD A TOMAR ALCOHOL EN MÉXICO — Proyecto Fronterizo — Febrero del 2002
(resumen informativo — pdf)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA/BAJA CALIFORNIA ISSUE BRIEFING: PROBLEMS RELATED TO CROSS-BORDER TRANSPORT OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS FOR ILLEGAL SALE & USE IN THE U.S.
Purpose of this Issue Briefing: This Briefing’s purpose is to (1) open dialogue on problems in the U.S.-Mexico Border Region related to cross-border transport of prescription drugs for illegal sale and use in the U.S., specifically in Southern California and (2) provide an overview of the problems along with proposed strategies and tactics. (issue briefing).
San Diego Issue Briefing: U.S. Teen and Binge Drinking In Mexico --- BINATIONAL COALITION'S PROGRESS TOWARDS REAL SOLUTIONS — 1999
Purpose of this Issue Briefing: In 1997 IHA published its first report on the public health and safety issues related to U.S. teen and binge drinkers in Tijuana. Since then the dialogue has broadened to include the voices of community leaders, public health practitioners, policy makers and residents throughout Southern California and Baja California, Mexico. — 1999 (issue briefing)
RESUME DE NOTICIAS EN SAN DIEGO: El Consumo Excesivo de Alcohol por Jóvenes Estadounidenses en México — Coaliciones Binacionales en Camino a Encontrar Soluciones Reales — Mayo de 1999
El objetivo de este resumen: En 1997 el IHA publicó su primer reporte sobre la salud y la seguridad pública referente a los jóvenes estadounidenses y el consumo excesivo de bebidas alcohólicas en Tijuana. — Mayo de 1999 (resumen de noticias)
SAN DIEGO ISSUE BRIEFING: -- U.S. TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS DRINKING IN TIJUANA-- AN INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE OF PROBLEMS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Purpose of this Issue Briefing: From time to time, IHA publishes reports and perspectives on public health and safety issues in San Diego County. This Briefing's purpose is to open dialogue on problems in San Diego County related to drinking by U.S. residents in Tijuana, Mexico. — July, 1997 (issue briefing)
DISCUSIÓN INFORMATIVA DE SAN DIEGO:-- JÓVENES Y ADULTOS TOMANDO EN TIJUANA-- UN INTERCAMBIO INTERNACIONAL DE PROBLEMAS Y OPORTUNIDADES — Julio de 1997
El propósito de esta discusión informativa: De tiempo a tiempo, IHA pública reportajes y perspectivas acerca de los temas de la salud y bienestar público en el Condado de San Diego. El propósito de esta Discusión es de abrir un diálogo tratando problemas en el Condado de San Diego relacionados a jóvenes residentes de Estados Unidos tomando en Tijuana, México. — Julio de 1997 (discusión informativa)

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