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Alcohol misuse

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Alcohol misuse

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Alcohol misuse is when you drink in a way that's harmful, or when you're dependent on alcohol. To keep health risks from alcohol to a low level, both men and women are advised not to regularly drink more than 14 units a week. See https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse/

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