Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Lanarkshire health chiefs are reminding people to be mindful of their alcohol intake this Christmas.In particular, people aged over 65 are being told, amid the coronavirus outbreak, that it’s more important than ever to look after their own health and wellbeing.North Lanarkshire Alcohol and Drug Partnership says drinking alcohol can impact people’s health in so many ways.It says regularly over-indulging can lead to problems for people over 65 such as:● Alcohol can interfere with medication.
GPs and pharmacists can advise whether it’s safe to drink alcohol when taking medication.● Memory, balance or coordination difficulties can be made worse when.