Dry January is more than a trend. It’s a chance to reset our relationship with alcohol and protect our health.
We’re halfway through Dry January, and much of the media conversation has focused on the pressures facing pubs and the drinks industry. But this should not distract us from a wider truth: alcohol remains a major and growing public health issue in the UK.
Dry January isn’t about telling people what not to do. It’s about giving people space to pause, reflect and make informed choices. This year, around 17.5 million adults are expected to take part. That level of engagement shows a growing willingness to question how alcohol fits into our lives.
Alcohol-related deaths are now at record levels, and harm is not shared equally. People already facing inequality are most affected. Alcohol is linked to cancers, heart disease, liver disease, mental ill health, accidents and violence — yet public awareness of these risks remains low.
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