Between June and August last year, the London Ambulance Service handled over 9,700 alcohol-related calls and over 4,700 drug overdoses. This number was greater than the calls received in December, illustrating a trend of increased alcohol consumption during summer months. With predictions for a third heatwave, ambulance officials are urging party-goers to drink responsibly to prevent additional incidents. Climate change has contributed to rising temperatures correlated with increased health risks and emergency calls related to heat effects like breathing difficulties and heart issues.
More than 9,700 booze-related calls were answered by the London Ambulance Service (LAS) between June and August last year and over 4,700 drug overdoses.
Ambulance bosses have issued a warning to revellers to look after themselves and their friends as they brace for its third heatwave.
Every avoidable alcohol-related call we attend could take away from someone who might have a life-threatening condition.
Research found human-driven global warming was responsible for around 65% of the deaths that occurred across 12 cities, including London, Paris, Madrid, Barcelona and Rome.
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