Mexico study shows high public support for alcohol control measures

A study published by Mexico’s National Institute of Public Health (INSP) indicates widespread public support for measures to reduce alcohol consumption. According to the research, up to 95.7% of Mexicans aged 12 to 65 support eight specific measures recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Key areas of support include increased taxes on alcohol products, stricter penalties for drunk driving, and expanded access to diagnosis and treatment for alcohol use disorders. Other measures with high approval rates include increasing the minimum legal drinking age, reducing nighttime sales hours, and limiting alcohol brand sponsorship in sports.

Vital Strategies, a global health organization, noted that the findings provide evidence of social backing for alcohol control policies that have historically faced legislative resistance. The study, which surveyed over 19,000 adolescents and adults, represents approximately 92.6 million people.