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The day after heavy drinking can affect your body, energy levels and perception of risk in many ways. So swim before you drink, not the other way round.
Billions have been spent making the Seine swimmable for the first time in a century. It might not be enough.
People love natural swimming spots, but it’s important to manage them well to protect both swimmers and the environment.
The Seine will be used for Olympic events in 2024 and remain open for public swimming, ending a century-long ban. It’s part of a global movement to make city rivers healthy and swimmable again.



