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Reduce and prevent substance misuse across the region
Youth Grades 9-12 who Currently Drink Alcohol-Northwest Region
Current Value
27.9%
Definition
Why Is This Important?
The age when a young person starts drinking is a strong predictor of later alcohol-related problems including a significantly greater risk of developing an alcohol use disorder. Policies that reduce exposure to alcohol advertising and curb youth access to alcohol limit the health impacts of high-risk alcohol consumption.
Region-specific prevention practices can also be found in "Planning for Prevention-A Guide to Community Health Initiatives" through Northwest Regional Planning Commission.
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