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Study Shows U.S. Alcohol-Related Deaths Nearly Doubled, Sharp Increases Among Young Adults

Nov 20, 2024, 01:45 AM

A recent study has revealed that alcohol-related deaths in the United States nearly doubled between 1999 and 2020. The research, conducted by Florida Atlantic University, highlights sharp increases in alcohol-related fatalities among young adults, women, and Asian-Pacific Islander communities. This trend is part of a broader pattern of preventable deaths associated with alcohol consumption, which remains a significant public health issue both in the United States and globally.