Alcohol-related deaths in England surged 42% since 2019, reaching 8,274 in 2023, warns a health alliance.

The Alcohol Health Alliance (AHA) has reported a 42% rise in alcohol-related deaths in England since 2019, with 8,274 fatalities in 2023. The AHA, comprising 60 organizations, urges the UK Health Secretary to act urgently, praising Scotland's minimum unit pricing scheme as a life-saving measure. They warn that without action, the crisis will continue to strain healthcare and the economy.

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