Older problem drinkers use more booze than younger counterparts

WASHINGTON – Older people have to drink more than the younger ones in order to get the same level of high, a new study claims.

Researchers at Ohio State University learnt that alcoholics over age 60 drink more than 40 alcoholic drinks a week on average, while people from younger age groups consume between 25 and … Read more >>>. Go to Source

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