Alcohol-related accidents facts
Accident victims who have been drinking suffer more serious injuries than those who haven’t. Around 14 percent of all deaths in reported road traffic accidents in 2013 involved at least one driver over the drink drive limit. Provisional estimates show that between 240 and 340 people were killed in drink drive accidents in 2015.
Staying in control
Here’s how you can keep your risk low:
Have several drink-free days a week. A great way to reduce your drinking is to have several drink-free days a week. Test out having a break for yourself and see what positive results you notice.
Stress less
Some people drink alcohol to relax, but in reality alcohol can make you feel even more stressed out. Try not to make alcohol key to your after work wind down, and consider some alternative stress-busters like hitting the gym or having a hot bath.
Know what you’re buying
Check out the ABV on a bottle of wine before you buy it. ABV stands for Alcohol by Volume, which is the percentage of the drink that is pure alcohol.
Just for today
I have a Higher Power who cares for me, no matter what. Knowing that, I will strive to have an attitude of courage today.
The AA Estcourt branch hosts meetings every Tuesday at Forderville Primary School from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Desigan on 082 849 3014.
The AA Winterton branch hosts meetings every Thursday at the Springfield Church opposite the police station from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Dolly on 071 688 5330 or Virgilo on 079 688 0432.
