Drinking alcohol poses higher health risks during COVID-19 pandemic: WHO
Coronavirus outbreak has led to changes in alcohol drinking patterns of the people across the countries. However, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released a statement on Monday warning the people of higher health risks from alcohol consumption amid COVID-19 pandemic. WHO’s Regional Office for Europe released an advisory reminding the people that drinking alcohol does not guarantee protection from COVID-19 virus. The international body also published a factsheet clarifying about the claims that high-strength alcohol can kill the virus, calling it a "dangerous myth". WHO added that consumption of high-strength alcohol can result in severe health issues, including death, particularly if it is adulterated with methanol. The health organization also pointed out that alcohol consumption weakens the immunity system of the body and can lead to a range of communicable and noncommunicable diseases and mental health disorders. These can make a person more exposed and vuln...