“Alcohol has been transformed into a cultural and prestigious product” [Interview]

The alcohol industry is waging a structured lobbying campaign, using talking points, mobilizing political allies, and promoting wine as a lifestyle choice to counter public health messages. Their efforts aim to counter measures that limit the accessibility and appeal of alcohol—such as taxes, advertising restrictions, and warning labels—and contribute to the weakening of the Évin Law.

Author(s): Cortinas Joan

Publishing year: 2026

Pages: 17

Health in Action, 2026, n° 473, p. 17

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