<p>The CSO’s Irish Health Survey for 2024 has found that 56% of people aged 55-64 drink alcohol at least weekly compared to just 27% of 18–24-year-olds. But what is driving this trend, and what are the broader health implications? Joining Sean Defoe to discuss is Dr Sheila Gilheany, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.</p>

The CSO’s Irish Health Survey for 2024 has found that 56% of people aged 55-64 drink alcohol at least weekly compared to just 27% of 18–24-year-olds. But what is driving this trend, and what are the broader health implications? Joining Sean Defoe to discuss is Dr Sheila Gilheany, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.

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Anton Savage presents a bright, lively and engaging current affairs magazine show to kickstart your weekend. The programme features all the latest news, features and opinion along with conversations about the conversations you are having on a Saturday morning from 9-11am. Listen and subscribe to The Anton Savage Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

Anton Savage presents a bright, lively and engaging current affairs magazine show to kickstart your weekend.

The programme features all the latest news, features and opinion along with conversations about the conversations you are having on a Saturday morning from 9-11am.

Listen and subscribe to The Anton Savage Show&nbsp;on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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