López-Olmedo N, Colchero MA, Reyes-García A, Ledesma-Torres L, Shamah-Levy T, Barrientos-Gutiérrez T

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ABSTRACT

Objective. To describe the acceptability of public policy modifications to reduce alcohol consumption among the Mexican adolescent and adult population, both in total and by sociodemographic variables. Materials and methods. The “Alcohol Policy” section of the 2025 National Survey of Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Consumption was utilized. The percentage of the population in agreement with eight public policy modifications to reduce alcohol consumption recommended by the World Health Organization was estimated. Results. General approval for policies to reduce alcohol use was high, ranging from 67% for alcohol taxes to 95.7% for increasing penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol. The greatest differences in policy acceptability were observed by alcohol consumption status. Conclusions. The broad acceptability of public policies to reduce alcohol consumption suggests the feasibility of legislative actions to protect people’s health against the risks associated with alcohol.

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