About Moderate Alcohol Use
Date Added:
May 30, 2024
Journal/Publication:
CDC
Publication Date:
May 15, 2024
Type:
Patient Education Materials
Format:
Article
Abstract
KEY POINTS
Drinking excessively increases your risk of getting sick, injured, or dying sooner.
You can choose not to drink alcohol, drink less, or drink in moderation to lower these risks, compared to drinking excessively.
However, even moderate drinking may increase your risk of death and other alcohol-related harms, compared to not drinking.
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RPR Commentary
Information for patients regarding moderate alcohol use and health. James W. Mold, MPH