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Wednesday, 1 October 2025 16:19

Improved sleep and lowered anxiety, are among the key benefits the charity highlights when giving up alcohol.

Turn2Me is encouraging people to take part in Sober October this year.

The charity is highlighting seven ways which are beneficial in taking a break from alcohol and to prioritise your wellbeing.

Better sleep, reduced anxiety and social connections are just some of the things underlined as benefits when giving up alcohol by the charity.

CEO of Turn2me, Tullamore's Fiona O'Malley says there are positive impacts with Sober October:

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