Alcohol Consumption
It is important that we have the most up to date information regarding your alcohol consumption for your medical record.
Please fill in the form on this page to update your alcohol consumption information.
Alcohol Consumption Advice
Alcohol is a major cause of road traffic accidents. With increased education and legislation the number of people who drink and drive will decrease.
Alcohol is a drug that depresses the brain. We all know the cheeriness that can come with the first drink, but alcohol can actually cause severe depression. Alcohol has no vitamin or mineral content, but plenty of calories. If you are a heavy drinker, alcohol will be doing damage to parts of the body you cannot see. Some long term effects of drinking include:
- obesity
- liver disease
- depression
- high blood pressure
- Drinking during pregnancy means your baby is also consuming alcohol
If you have any questions your doctor will happily discuss individual queries regarding lowering the risk of coronary heart disease and especially ‘bad’ cholesterol.
visit the NHS alcohol guide for more advice.
Support
If you are concerned about your alcohol intake or that of a relative or friend, the surgery will be able to advise you on a safe course of action.
Call the Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline on 0800 9177 650, email them at help@aamail.org or visit their website at www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk