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Sober November coming for alcohol-loving Hungarians!
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As reported by Femina, Sober November will take place once again in Hungary this year, with a focus on targeting high school and university students.
Year on year, Hungary ranks amongst the ten worst-performing nations in the world in terms of alcohol consumption. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the average Hungarian aged 15 and older drinks over 1 litre a month.
Research has shown the detrimental effects of alcohol; from ruining sleep patterns to increasing the risk of cancer, it is important to monitor alcohol intake.
Despite being aware of the consequences, 30% of the country’s population drinks alcohol on a weekly basis. Scientists have identified 14 units of alcohol as the weekly limit. Exceeding this can lead to serious health issues.
Non-profit Kék Pont are organising sober November for the fourth consecutive year, which focuses on university drinking this month. The campaign hopes to engage as many young people as they can reach.