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The Champion • Wednesday 9 January 2013SFVisit us @ www.ChampNews.com • 17Give up drinking for a month!by Stephanie O’ConnorAFTER the overindulgance that comes with thefestive period, Sefton residents are beingencouraged to think about what they drink andcut down on alcohol in the new year.The borough’s alcohol awareness team,SATINS (Sefton Alcohol Treatment andInterventions Nursing Service), will bepromoting ‘Dry January’, a nationwidechallenge starting on January 19 which aims toencourage as many people as possible to giveup drinking for a month.Through the coming weeks, the SATINS teamwill be out and about in the local communityurging as many people as possible to take partin the ‘Dry January’ challenge.People can sign up to take part in thechallenge on their own, or with friends, familymembers or work colleagues.They can also choose to collect sponsorship‘Holiday with a twist’invite to residentsSEFTON residents who arelooking for a holiday with atwist are being invited to takepart in a trekking challenge inthe Himalayas.Children Today, which wasfounded to help disabledchildren and young people upto the age of 25 enjoy a betterquality of life by providing themwith the specialised equipmentthey need, are looking forintrepid travellers to take upthe challenge to hike themagnificent Himalayas whilstraising money.A spokesperson for ChildrenToday said: “The adventuretakes place from the April 7–17Sefton group throw up challengemoney for completing the challenge, in orderto benefit a charity, as well as their own health.Through the campaign, people can also opt tosign up to receive regular motivational tips andshare their experiences through twitter andFacebook to help them stay motivatedthroughout the 31 day challenge.The government advises that people shouldnot regularly drink more alcohol than the dailyguidelines of 3–4 units of alcohol for men (apint and a half of average strength beer), and2–3 units of alcohol for women (a mediumglass of wine).However, in Great Britain, just under a thirdof men (31%) and one in five women (20%)are damaging their health by regularlydrinking more than this recommended safeamount.2014 in the Annapurna region,home to the 8,091m AnnapurnaI, Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) andMachhapuchchhre (6,933 m).“The highlight of thechallenge is to summit PoonHill (3,210 m) which will giveyou panoramic views of thehighest peaks in thesurrounding areas.“The hike will take youthrough charming Nepalesevillage, where you willexperience the culture of themountain people of Nepal firsthand.For more information, callCeri on 01244 335622 or emailceri@childrentoday.org.ukFABRICSFormerly of Southport Markethave now gotBIGGER & BETTERand moved toUnit 2, 27a Banastre RoadSouthport PR8 5AWLawnmowerShopDuke StEastbank StRoundaboutShakespeare Virginia StGaynor Martin, Alcohol Specialist forLiverpool Community Health and part of theSATINS team said: “Whilst there is nothingwrong with enjoying the occasional drink,during Dry January we want to encourageeveryone to think a bit more about how much,and how often, they are drinking.“Cutting back on how much alcohol you drinkis a really great way to feel healthier and morepositive, to save yourself some money and loseweight so we’re asking as many people aspossible to consider signing up for the DryJanuary challenge.“And even if you don’t give up drinkingcompletely during January, just making a fewcut backs can make a big difference to yourhealth and wellbeing.“However, we also want to advise people thatif someone is dependent on alcohol, or tends todrink every day, it is not a good idea to takepart in this challenge.“Anyone who is drinking this regularly shouldinstead seek specialist help and advice to cutback safely.”SATINS are offering five tips for cutting backin the New Year:Try not to drink more than the recommendeddaily amount of unitsAim to have at least two completelyalcohol–free days every weekIf you are out drinking with friends, don’t buy“rounds” – drink at your own paceStick to drinks that are lower in strengthTry to drink a soft drink or glass of waterbetween each alcoholic drink.To take part call 0300 100 1000.Inspired to AchieveSt. Mary’s College is a thriving community which places a high value on outstanding academicachievement and all-round personal development. Our school is built on strong values whichemphasise the importance of caring for others and striving for excellence in all we do. We celebratedanother fantastic set of exam results in 2012, with 100% of our pupils achieving 5 or more GCSEs atA*– C grade and a 100% pass rate at A Level. However, success at St. Mary’s is measured by muchmore than examination results; our rich programme of extra-curricular activities equips our pupils withthe skills and values which will guide and support them throughout their lives.Visiting Day – Whole SchoolFriday 11 th January 2013, 9am – 3pmCome and sample a taste of life at St. Mary’s, meet ourwonderful pupils and staff, and find out more about thefantastic learning and development opportunities on offer.11+ Entrance ExaminationFriday 25 th January 2013For an application form, please call 0151 924 3926or email office@stmarys.lpool.sch.ukScholarships available:■ Open Academic Scholarships■ Edmund Rice Scholarships(assisted places)■ Excellence Awards in Art,Music and Sport■ Sixth Form ScholarshipsWe also operate a very generoussibling discount policyTo Town Scarisbrick New RdBanastre StWE AREHEREOff the roundabout at the bottom of Eastbank Street onto St.James Street, heading on to Shakespeare Street.Continue across the junction at the Lawn Mover Shop - Thenturn right then a sharp left - FREE PARKING.Tel: 01704 544420Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm. 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