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OECD Report Flags High Drinking in Germany and Persistent Smoking in Austria as Overweight Rises

The OECD urges stronger prevention to curb stubborn lifestyle risks and mounting costs.

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Deutsche trinken im Schnitt deutlich mehr Alkohol als in anderen OECD-Ländern. Etwa elf Liter reinen Alkohols nehmen Deutsche im Alter ab 15 Jahren im Schnitt pro Jahr zu sich.

Overview

  • Germans aged 15 and over consume about 11 liters of pure alcohol per person each year, versus a 9‑liter OECD average.
  • In Austria, 20.6% of adults smoke daily compared with 14.8% across the OECD, and per‑capita alcohol use is 11.3 liters.
  • Across member countries, 54% of people are now overweight or obese after increases in most nations between 2013 and 2023.
  • Germany’s health spending is roughly €8,000 per person and 12.3% of GDP, compared with OECD averages near €4,900 and 9.3%.
  • Austria shows prevention gaps and high utilization, with DTP coverage at 85% and only 24% of seniors vaccinated for flu, plus more than 370 CT/MRI/PET scans per 1,000 people and 57 scanners per million.