Alcohol-Related Deaths Increased By 25% in 2020 (E93)
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Gill discusses a new study that found that alcohol-related deaths had increased by 25% in 2020. She explains the findings, how much alcohol-related deaths usually increase in a year, and how alcohol was involved in these deaths. You’ll learn about how the general population changed their drinking habits during quarantine, and what you can do if you’re struggling with drinking to cope with pandemic stress.
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Cite this episode
Tietz, G. Episode 93: Alcohol-Related Deaths Increased By 25% in 2020. Sober Powered. 2022.
