Health risks

Alcohol is a major risk factor for health. It is associated with more than 200 diseases and health conditions, including several types of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, liver diseases and alcohol-related disorders, as well as injuries and accidents. It also has indirect effects, including consequences for those around the person who drinks (violence, trauma and mental health problems).

According to the OECD Health at a Glance reports for the European Union, 7% (280 people) of all deaths in Luxembourg in 2019 were attributable to alcohol.