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How much is too much? Drinking and you

  • Document type:
    Leaflet
  • Author:
    Department of Health
  • Published date:
    1 October 2006
  • Primary audience:
    Professionals
  • Publication format:
    A4
  • Product number:
    277506
  • Gateway reference:
    Not required
  • Pages:
    16
  • Copyright holder:
    Crown

This booklet explains the effects of alcohol on your health and on your social, home and work life. It tells you the number of units in popular alcoholic drinks so you can keep tabs on what you’re drinking. And the back pages give useful advice and contact details if you want to cut down or get support.

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