Millennials and Generation Z were more inclined to participate in Dry January this time last year, according to Statista. Among those aged 21 to 24, 75% indicated they were at least somewhat likely to join, compared to just 31% of individuals aged 55 and older.

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According to Harvard Health, heavier drinking or long-term drinking can increase physical and mental problems, especially among older adults. Heart and liver damage, a higher cancer risk, a weakened immune system, memory issues, and mood disorders are common issues, health officials said.

Dry January involves going alcohol-free for the first month of the year. Experts explain how giving up alcohol can improve your health.

This alcohol-free challenge, which one in four U.S. adults said they participated in 2024, got its start as a public health campaign in the UK a little over a decade ago in 2013. But the concept of a sober start to the year isn't exactly new.