More ED visits because of alcohol, 175% increase in 25- to 29-year-olds seeking care

(Joule Inc.) New research shows dramatically rising visits to emergency departments (ED) related to alcohol, especially for women, with a 175% increase in alcohol-related visits from young people aged 25 to 29. The article, published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) shows increases in ED visits related to alcohol that are occurring much faster than overall ED usage.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news