Substances that can harm your health include alcohol, nicotine and illegal drugs.
Alcohol
Drinking less alcohol can significantly lower the risk of liver disease, mental health issues, and accidents. Even small amounts of alcohol can have an impact on your health and wellbeing. Making informed choices about drinking, including cutting down or not drinking at all can lead to better physical and mental health. Support is available locally to help people reduce or stop drinking. This includes advice, interventions and community services.
There is no safe limit to the amount of alcohol people can drink. It is advised that people stick within the current guidelines. Follow these guidelines to keep yourself healthier:
14 units per week - what is a unit?
Have at least 3 alcohol free days per week
If you are pregnant, or there is a chance you could be, it is safest not to drink at all.
We understand that it can be hard to measure or know how much you are drinking especially at home. There are apps that help you track how much you are drinking, or you could keep a diary, or use an online calculator.
Links to further support:
DDAS Drug and Alcohol Service - DDAS is the first point of contact for any adult over the age of 18 with a drug or alcohol concern in Dyfed. Families and loved ones can also access support through DDAS.
0330 363 2234 or email [email protected]
CHOICES is the under 18 service for alcohol and drug support
Dan 24/7 is a free bilingual drug and alcohol helpline - Freephone 0808 808 2234 or email [email protected]
Alcohol Change UK is a UK alcohol charity
Alcoholics Anonymous - call free 0800 917 7650 or email [email protected]
Drink Wise, Age Well - over 50's alcohol helpline and support
SMART Recovery - Self Management and Recovery Training - online and face-to-face meetings
Smoking and Vaping