Alcoholism
CDC Reports Binge Drinking Higher for Men than Women
Alcohol-related deaths tend to deliver a different type of shock to family members as the death is completely preventable. Now, emerging news as to the type of drinking that is contributing to these deaths is gaining increased attention as it differs from once-common beliefs.
According to recent reports from the All Gov website, more than 50 percent of all alcohol-related deaths in the United States were caused by binge drinking. Defined as consuming five or more alcoholic drinks on one occasion for men and four for women, binge drinking was found by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to be more prevalent among men.
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Six Million U.S. Women Report Problem with Alcohol
Alcohol is a problem for nearly six million women in the U.S. who abuse or are dependent upon the substance. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University announced these statistics this month as part of Alcohol Awareness Month.
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Balance Measured in Sober Alcoholics
Long-term alcohol use can wreak havoc on a person’s system, eliminating the ability to function properly in certain areas. Now, new research suggests that while long-term sobriety can help to improve balance problems in alcoholics, some may not be able to regain full stability while standing.
A post in Business Week captures certain elements of this study, including the fact that this lack of stability – which is the result of alcohol-related brain injury – can increase the risk of fall-related injury and death.
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