The Sense Group (TSG), which has embarked on numerous health campaigns over the year, is offering useful tips on www.drinkawaremalta.com and promoting moderate drinking through numerous targeted initiatives.
The Maltese enjoy being outdoors in summer. However, one needs to watch out for rising temperatures, since this can lead to heat-related illnesses.
TSG is bringing into focus the fact that with so many events, village feasts, festivals and parties, it is customary for youngsters and adults to consume and enjoy alcoholic drinks with friends.
While there is nothing wrong with this aspect of social life, TSG is highlighting the fact that excessive alcohol consumption can contribute to dehydration and heat exhaustion, especially during these months.
Therefore, it is important that one keeps hydrated with adequate amounts of water or sports drinks, before, during and after taking alcoholic drinks.
The group also advises that drinking too much alcohol in the heat can impact one’s judgement. The more alcohol one consumes, the harder it is for one to recognise whether one might have a heat-related illness.
The combination of alcohol and heat also poses serious health risks for older adults and individuals with medical conditions, such as diabetes or heart disease.
Impaired judgement may lead to taking unnecessary risks, such as diving into water without knowing its depth or fooling around near swimming pools.
Besides car accidents, excessive alcohol can lead to boating incidents. If one is likely to drink alcohol, then TSG highly recommends that one designates a non-drinking driver.
Eating well before leaving home also helps if you are drinking alcohol. A full stomach slows the absorption of alcohol.
Founded in 1997 by producers and importers of alcoholic beverages, The Sense Group’s main objective is that of reducing alcohol-related harm by promoting moderate drinking through numerous targeted initiatives that are recognised as being good examples of corporate social responsibility.
Among these are regular campaigns against drinking and driving, underage drinking and binge drinking.