Alcohol-attributable death rates were highest in Eastern Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, and countries with low human development indices (HDIs). Across countries, alcohol use disproportionately affected young people and men.
Largest percentage increases seen for those without high school diploma, household income under $25,000.
Gradually increasing intensity of treatment reduces alcohol intake and improves HIV status.
Many parents with opioid, substance use disorder are living with children; treatment rates are low.
By 2030, prevalence of current drinking set to increase to 50%.
Adults in their mid-30s to 40s are drinking too much too often.
Findings from this genetic epidemiological study do not support the protective effects of moderate alcohol consumption on stroke when compared with no alcohol consumption.
Women less likely to be treated than men; treatment visit, medication tied to improved 1-year outcomes.
Much of the increase due to decrease in hepatitis C virus infection as indication for transplant.
Despite the reduction in the ability to exercise free will associated with substance use disorders and the severity of these disorders, pregnancy appears to have protective effects.
