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Alcohol and health

Most Finns consume alcohol in moderation. However, a study shows that at least 13 per cent – or more than 560,000 Finns – exceed the consumption risk limit. When overall consumption of alcohol grows, so do its adverse effects. Alcohol consumption causes illnesses and increases the risks of accidents, for instance.

What is high-risk drinking?

Alcohol risk limits are defined in terms of daily or weekly servings of alcohol. Read more >>

Reducing and quitting drinking

There are many ways to successfully cut down on or quit alcohol consumption. If you want to stop drinking alcohol, but find that you cannot succeed on your own, help is available. Read more >>

Care Card directs people towards the help

Alko’s Care Card lists a number of organisations that provide help with substance abuse problems; dealing with crises, violence and loneliness; and substance abuse problems during pregnancy and early parenthood. Read more >>

Alko purchase ban agreement

Customers can sign a purchase ban agreement to restrict the purchase of alcoholic beverages from Alko stores or online shop. Read more >>

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