Do you feel that you need to cut down your drinking? Perhaps you feel that alcohol is playing an increasing role in your life. Learn ways of managing your alcohol intake and find out how to get help if you need it.
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As part of the 'Make My Body Younger'series Dr James Lambert looks at the issues of binge drinking. Read the text version.
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