Preah Vihear health officials urge residents to reduce alcohol use
The warning links alcohol to health problems, household costs and risks on the road.
Wednesday 4 November · 15:54 · 1 min read
In 30 seconds
- Preah Vihear’s health department urged people to avoid, reduce or stop drinking alcohol. [1]
- The department said alcohol can impair movement and awareness, contribute to accidents and violence, and cause long-term illness. [1]
- It advised pregnant women to avoid alcohol completely and urged people not to drive after drinking. [1]
What happened
Preah Vihear’s health department called on residents to prevent or reduce alcohol use, saying it can harm individuals, families and society. It listed immediate risks such as impaired movement, loss of awareness and poisoning, as well as possible long-term illnesses. The department advised people with alcohol-related health problems to seek care at a nearby health centre or referral hospital.
Why it matters
The department said drinking can strain household finances and increase risks including road crashes and family conflict. It warned that alcohol can harm pregnant women and babies, and said drivers should not drink before driving.
Background
The department also said the government had applied a ban on giving prizes through ring-pull tabs on alcoholic products from October 1, 2026.
Key terms
- Chronic illness
- A health problem that lasts for a long time.
- Referral hospital
- A hospital that provides care for people referred from local health centres.
Sources (1)
[1] Post Khmer មន្ទីរសុខាភិបាល ព្រមានពីគ្រោះថ្នាក់នៃការប្រើប្រាស់គ្រឿងស្រវឹងចំពោះបុគ្គល គ្រួសារ និងសង្គម 4 Nov Read originalWas this explainer clear?
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