America recently observed alcohol awareness month and in light of this College.usatoday.com posted this interesting article about 5 alcohol facts everyone should know.

1. 8 or more drinks for women and 15 or more drinks a week for men are considered binge drinking in The USA.

2. If you’re visiting the USA, you must be 21 or older to drink

3. 74% of Americans dont believe the legal drinking age should be lowered.

4. Minimal impairment, decreased judgment and control, slurred speech, reduced muscle coordination, vomiting, and stupor are signs of alcohol poisoning.

5. Drinking responsibly is easy – know what you’re drinking and its alcohol content, alternate alcohol with water, don’t drink and drive, don’t mix alcohol and energy drinks.

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