Facts
Welcome to our page dedicated to raising awareness about alcohol misuse and St. Patrick’s Day.
We believe it’s vital to acknowledge the risks of excessive drinking that often accompany celebrations leading up to this holiday. Here, you’ll find factual insights and statistics about the impact of alcohol misuse, especially on college campuses and during the busy March season, when harmful drinking behaviors can sometimes overshadow festive traditions.
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Our goal is to promote awareness, inspire responsible choices, and encourage healthier, more meaningful ways to honor this beloved Irish celebration.
Join us in fostering a culture of mindfulness, safety, and respect for the true spirit of St. Patrick’s Day.
Drunk Walking:
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Drunk Driving:
In 2019, 57 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes over the St. Patrick’s Day period (6 pm March 16th through 6 am March 18th)
That’s one person every 38 minutes
Drunk walking...It's a thing. Consider if you'll be safe to walk home. 30% of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes had a blood alcohol concentration at or above .08.
Buzzed Driving:
Binge Drinking:
According to the Brown University Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies – St Patrick’s Day is the number one day for the introduction of binge drinking among high school & college students
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The most recent statistics from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) estimate that about 1,519 college students ages 18 to 24 die from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes.3