Canberrans more regular drinkers than the average Australian: report

And despite obesity rates below the national average for most age groups, TCA remains one of the leading contributors to disease

More than seven Canberrans aged 45 to 54 in 10 years were overweight or obese. ] Rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea have steadily increased, especially in the age group of 20 to 29 years, which corresponds to trends reported throughout Australia.

The report shows that children drink less sugary drinks. people who had never smoked continued to increase to 66%. The ACT also consumed the least amount of illicit drugs and the proportion of Canberrans aged 14 and over who drank at risky levels dropped.

But the report highlights consumption levels among middle-aged Canberrans, with nearly 25 years. Percentage of Canberrans aged 40 to 49 who drink more than two drinks a day, which puts them at risk of harm from alcohol.

Well above the national average of 20.1% and the only age group was above the national average

Caneberrans were also more likely than average Australians to drink each week, 40 % of Canberrans aged 14 and over drinking weekly.

Life expectancy in Australia, at 81.2 for men and 85.1 for women.

And the report also emphasized the need for Canberrans to increase their vegetable intake.

Dr. Kelly stated that chronic illness now causes most of ill health. "[The report] highlights a number of very good things, the Caneberrans continue to have very good health," he said.

"But there is still work to be done in prevention."

Health Minister Meegan Fitzharris said the government was focused on investment in prevention.

"The fight against dementia and cognitive disorders, especially among the elderly, is a longer-term challenge. to be able to live a long and healthy life.

"This can take place in a number of different contexts."

"My goal is that ACT continue to lead the country in its approach to preventative health by focusing on the main risk factors badociated with smoking, harmful drug consumption, and the use of drugs. alcohol, obesity, malnutrition and physical inactivity, we will continue to improve our health outcomes and reduce the burden of chronic disease. we need to eat more vegetables. "