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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

UK remains amongst top EU countries for binge drinking


A report 'EU citizens’ attitudes towards alcohol' has been released, continuing to show the UK and Ireland in particular as having the highest reported rates of binge drinking (EU definition* of five drinks or more on any one occasion). According to the report:

'Alcohol consumption in the EU is at a similar level to four years ago. Binge drinking (five drinks or more on any one occasion) affects all ages but young people aged 15-24 years are the most likely to binge drink every week.' . . . .

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