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Reduce and prevent substance misuse across the region
Percent of Adults who Binge Drank in the Past 30 Days-Northwest Region
Current Value
16.4%
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Binge drinking is defined by the Young Adult Survey as having 4 (females) or 5 (males) drinks in one sitting.
Partners
Local schools/colleges
Local community coalitions
Law Enforcement
Municipalities
Why Is This Important?
Excessive alcohol consumption is the third leading preventable cause of death nationwide and the most prevalent form of substance misuse in the region.
What Works
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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