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Be aware of your alcohol intake

Did you know this week (14 – 20 November) is Alcohol Awareness Week?

Drinking can be part of the student lifestyle but make sure you stay safe and know your limits.

Find out top tips for safe drinking

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To help keep health risks from alcohol to a low level, the UK Chief Medical Officers advise that it is safest not to exceed more than 14 units a week on a regular basis.

If you are on a night out, it can be easy to lose track of your alcohol intake. Download this handy drinking tracking app from the NHS to help you avoid excessive drinking.

If you have any alcohol-related concerns, speak to University and Union Southampton staff who are here to advise and offer support.

Take a look at the Enabling Service’s tasty mocktail recipes.

Read Life at Southampton blogger Georgia Harper’s list of alcohol-free activities for you to try in Southampton

If you are looking for further advice and support around safe drinking and cutting back, you can attend an Enabling Services Drop-in for a chat with an Advisor.

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