Facts
Welcome to our page dedicated to shedding light on alcohol abuse and St. Patrick's Day. We believe it's crucial to recognize the serious implications of excessive alcohol consumption during leading up St. Patrick's Day celebrations. On this page, we aim to provide factual insights and statistics about the impact of alcohol abuse, particularly on college campuses and leading up to March Madness and St. Patrick's Day. a time when cultural traditions can sometimes be overshadowed by harmful drinking habits. Our goal is to promote awareness, encourage responsible behavior, and advocate for a safer and healthier way to celebrate this beloved Irish holiday. Join us in fostering a culture of informed decision-making and positive choices.
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