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Alcohol and ageing : is alcohol a major threat to healthy ageing for the baby boomers?

Report examining the drinking patterns of the "baby boomer" generation (those born between 1945 and 1965) and assessing the health implications of higher than recommended drinking in old age. Its main conclusion is that age-based sensible drinking limits should be introduced.

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Author: 
Alcohol and Ageing Working Group
Publisher: 
Health Scotland