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Enjoy the craic and drink safely this St Patrick’s Day

Ahead of St Patrick’s Day the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging anyone who chooses to drink to do so safely and enjoy the craic. Many people drink alcohol as part of their St Patrick’s Day celebrations so the PHA is saying to those people to keep an eye on how much they’re drinking, make a plan by setting a sensible limit and stick to it. Kevin Bailey, Regional Lead for Drugs and Alcohol at the PHA, said: “Many people will be making plans to meet up with their friends and family to celebrate St Patrick’s Day and we are encouraging them to keep an eye on their alcohol intake should they

Mixing: reduce your risk of harm

This leaflet provides information on the risks of taking two or more drugs at the same time. This can include alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, and illegal or illicit drugs.

This leaflet provides information on the risks of taking two or more drugs at the same time. This can include alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, and illegal or illicit drugs. It explains how combining different types of drugs can be unpredictable and dangerous, outlines the specific risks linked to particular combinations, and offers advice on how to reduce your risk of harm. It also signposts sources of help and support for anyone affected by their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use.

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