Study_into_womens_drinking_habits_bbc_news_review May 2026

A global study, as featured on BBC News Review, reveals that the gender gap in alcohol consumption is closing, with women now drinking nearly as much as men and facing similar risks of alcohol-related health issues. This shift is attributed to evolving social norms, increased alcohol availability, and targeted marketing that has led to a "feminization" of alcohol consumption. Read the full story at BBC News.