It’s not my intention to minimize what sober curious folks are doing, but let’s not lose sight of actual alcoholism or addiction either.
Tag: alcohol-related deaths
Deaths From Alcohol, Suicide & Overdose Reach Record High
Suicide, drug overdose and alcohol now kill more than 150,000 Americans annually.
Do Studies Touting Benefits Of Alcohol Consumption Tell The Whole Story?
For young and middle-age adults, alcohol consumption may actually be more harmful than previously thought.
Alcohol-Related Deaths Surge Among Women
A new study revealed that alcohol-related deaths among women have increased substantially from 2007 to 2017. Despite being overshadowed by the current opioid epidemic, alcohol kills more people each year than opioids—and it’s hitting women especially hard, with the death rate rising 67% between 2007 and 2017. Lawyer Erika Byrd was 42 when she died… Continue reading Alcohol-Related Deaths Surge Among Women
The High Cost Of Alcohol Misuse In The US
A USA Today editorial explores how the US can save lives and money by reducing alcohol consumption. Public health campaigns reduced cigarette smoking in the United States by more than half since 1964, according to the CDC. Can the same be done with alcohol? A new report in USA Today reminds us that drinking alcohol—while… Continue reading The High Cost Of Alcohol Misuse In The US
Are Diabetics More Likely To Die From Alcoholism?
Alcohol-related deaths, specifically cirrhosis of the liver, were as much as 10 times higher for those with diabetes, according to a new study. A Finnish study concluded that diabetes sufferers are at significantly higher risk than the non-diabetic population of death from alcohol-related issues or suicide, due to the strain on their mental health while… Continue reading Are Diabetics More Likely To Die From Alcoholism?
Are Men More Likely To Engage In Risky Drinking?
Apparently men and women differ in how they approach the legal drinking age. Driving drunk, getting in physical fights and taking part in risky sexual behavior—all three of these are more common in men than women when the drinking age starts at 21, according to new research. WUWM reports that while previous research supports the fact… Continue reading Are Men More Likely To Engage In Risky Drinking?
Alcohol Responsible For 5% Of Deaths Worldwide
A new WHO report found that alcohol-related deaths continue to be a major issue, particularly among men. More than 5% of worldwide deaths can be attributed to alcohol, according to a new report. The data was part of a report from the World Health Organization (WHO) that is released every four years, according to the… Continue reading Alcohol Responsible For 5% Of Deaths Worldwide