EU: Alcohol consumption among young people is increasing

Monday, Apr 21, 2025

Il Sole 24 Ore

April is Alcohol Prevention Month; institutions address rising alcohol consumption among youth in Italy and Europe.

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April is designated as Alcohol Prevention Month, with institutions and associations working to address and prevent unhealthy alcohol consumption behaviors. Alcohol consumption among young people is increasing both in Europe and Italy, leading to significant attention on the issue. The Italian Institute of Health (ISS) provides data for this trend and promotes Alcohol Prevention Day, serving as a catalyst for discussions about initiatives from the Ministry of Health, the Italian Society of Alcoholism, the Italian Association of Territorial Alcohol Clubs, and Eurocare.

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