The festive season is fast approaching - along with the consumer health reset, in the shape of Dry January, that inevitably follows. But what constitutes a 'healthy' level of alcohol to consume is a business issue all drinks companies must now address - whatever the time of year.The harm caused by alcohol was highlighted last month when the World Health Organization launched a new campaign urging Europe to rethink alcohol’s place in society. With alcohol accounting for nearly one in 11 deaths in the WHO European region - due to being linked to over 200 diseases, including seven types
Why doing nothing about alcohol harm is no longer an option for brand owners – Comment
As external pressure intensifies, what can brand owners do to ensure they’re combatting charges of contributing to alcohol abuse?

Chris Tyas is chief strategy officer at independent creative agency Impero - the creative agency for impatient brands.



