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According to a recent article in the Capitol Times, falls due to drinking among seniors (defined at 65 and over) result in more deaths than from drunk driving over the past ten years. Drinking rates (including binge drinking) are also higher. The death rate from falls overall in Wisconsin are twice as high as the national average.
Read the full article here: http://host.madison.com/ct/news/local/health-med-fit/losing-their-footing-more-wisconsin-seniors-are-drinking-falling-and/article_35c6584e-8c2e-11e7-9f44-9f4244b5c44a.html
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About this blogI am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a background in addiction counseling living in Madison, Wisconsin. I created this blog to raise awareness about drinking culture, alcohol outlet density, alcohol policy, alcohol dependence and risks. Archives
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