Despite Hong Kong’s bar closures, some drinking more than ever amid coronavirus pandemic, concern group warns

Hong Kong’s pubs and bars may be closed, but a group of public health experts has warned some drinkers are consuming more alcohol than ever amid the coronavirus pandemic, a trend often driven by isolation or boredom.The Hong Kong Alliance for Advocacy Against Alcohol on Monday also expressed concern that young adults, particularly female students, could be among the most vulnerable to false claims on social media that consuming alcohol can kill the virus or stimulate immunity.In a position…

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