What Does Alcohol Consumption Look Like in Poland?
Poland doesn't lead the rankings in ethyl alcohol consumption. Still, alcohol consumption is becoming increasingly frequent and irresponsible. About 2-2.5 million Poles use alcoholic beverages in a harmful way, and an even larger part of the population abuses them. There could be even about 1 million alcoholics. Alcohol consumption in Poland is frequent in stressful and anxiety-inducing situations. These are some of the reasons for reaching for alcoholic beverages during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Another factor is general boredom and stagnation. Alcohol consumption only releases from stress for a moment. It doesn't make problems disappear. Consuming ethyl alcohol during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic increases the likelihood of infection. Drinking alcohol lowers immunity and may worsen the condition of people suffering from respiratory diseases. Read also: Who is a weekend alcoholic?What About Drinking Alcohol in Times of Pandemic?
Studies show that sales and thus alcohol consumption increased from the moment of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. In the United States, in the last week of March, an increase in interest in ethyl alcohol of 55% was recorded, and in Great Britain by 22%. In Poland, alcohol purchases increased by about 8-10% during the same time. The latest studies report that in Europe the number of alcoholics may increase due to worldwide isolation and quarantine. During the pandemic, it's safest to give up drinking alcohol. The line between recreational and occasional consumption of alcoholic beverages and alcohol disease is thin and barely noticeable. Drinking alcohol is always dangerous for a person, but the seriousness of the situation changes particularly during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. People suffering from comorbidities are more exposed to infection. Some of them may be a consequence of alcohol addiction. Unlike France, where alcohol purchase was made impossible, in Poland liquor stores consistently replenish their assortment, making alcohol consumption still possible. Ethyl alcohol can of course be used for disinfection, but many people misinterpret this recommendation and use alcohol for internal disinfection.What is the Role of Alcohol in the Case of Coronavirus?
The World Health Organization warns against drinking alcohol because ethyl alcohol lowers immunity and increases the risk of other diseases. Thus, consuming alcoholic beverages exposes more to COVID-19 coronavirus. However, alcohol can be safely used during the pandemic, but not for the purpose of internal disinfection. Ethyl alcohol has its positive application in COVID-19 times. Pure high-proof alcohol above 60% is used for the currently needed disinfectant liquids. Using them, the skin can be cleaned of 99.99% of microorganisms. Thanks to this, about 10,000 bacteria remain on the hands instead of 100,000. Drinking alcohol or rubbing it on the skin in no way helps in the fight against COVID-19 coronavirus. Consuming alcoholic beverages doesn't permanently alleviate problems and concerns related to isolation and pandemic. This is an inappropriate way to deal with reality regardless of circumstances. Especially now, drinking alcohol can endanger a person's health and life.:::cta Need help fighting addiction? Our specialists are ready to help you. Call or book an online appointment. Call: 880 808 880 | Book appointment :::
