Prevention

 

  • One in six US adults binge drinks. That’s five or more drinks at once for men and four or more drinks for women.” #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
  • Binge drinking is linked to serious health problems from alcohol poisoning and car accidents to chronic disease. #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
  • Drinking increased during the pandemic. ​​A September 2020 study found alcohol consumption was up 14% compared to 2019.” #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
  • Want help quitting? 1-800-662-HELP (4357), or text: 435748 or call locally 530-841-4890

Help is available, treatment works, and people recover every day.

Sources:

CDC Facts on Binge Drinking

Boston University

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