► Safe Drinking

No one can deny that drinking is a big part of some students lives. Drinking and going on nights out can be great fun and create some fantastic memories. Ultimately we want you all to be happy and safe! I know it sounds very boring and I seem like a big fun sponge but there are many dangers around alcohol and it's important that you all the facts.

Did you know:

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  • There has been a 26% increase in the number of under - 35's dying from alcoholic liver desease.

1 in 7 young adults have unprotected sex after drinking too much.

 

Below is some information on units and some helpful tips to enjoy alcohol responsibly. 

UNITS

Men = 21 units of alcohol per week (no more than four units in any one day).
Women = 14 units of alcohol per week (no more than three units in any one day).

One unit of alcohol is approximately equal to:

Half a pint of beer, lager or cider (3-4% alcohol by volume)
25ml of spirits (40% alcohol by volume)
50ml of fortified wine, e.g. sherry or port (20% alcohol by volume)
One and a half a units of alcohol is approximately equal to:

125ml if ordinary strength wine (12% alcohol by volume)
35ml of spirits (40% alcohol by volume)


TIPS

• First thing’s first. Safe drinking does not mean no drinking. No one’s here to preach to you.


• Every now and again have a glass of water. It’ll keep you hydrated and hopefully save you from collapsing under a hangover the day after.


• Eat something before you go on a night out. It’ll line your stomach and prevent you being horribly sick and ruining your night.


• Honestly – was it a good night if you don’t remember anything?


• If you do feel like you’re in a group that’s pressuring you to drink; order a coke, but say it’s a vodka and coke. Say it’s a treble if you want. Who’s going to know?


• You need to watch your drink regardless of whether you’re a man or a woman. Don’t accept drinks off people you don’t know, and make sure you have a friend looking out for you. Spiking is more common than people think and can result in very dangerous and serious consequences.


 • Never end up alone!! Your friends are your best wingman, make sure your friends know how you act when you're drunk and make sure you know how they act when drunk. Then if you realise a difference in behaviour take them to the hospital immediately.


• Don’t mix alcohol with drugs. If you’re going to do the latter, then at least try to minimise your risk of horrible, horrible death.