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Can You Overdose on Alcohol? How to Know and What to Do

How Much Alcohol Is Really OK?

When we think about the dangers of any substance use disorder, overdose is probably at the top of the list. This is because overdosing on any substance can (and often does) have deadly consequences. While we might assume this only applies to illicit substances that come in pill or powder form, overdosing can also apply …

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How to Identify and Treat Alcohol Poisoning

How Much Alcohol Is Really OK?

Pushing our bodies beyond what they can handle can cause situations that range from dangerous to deadly. Alcohol consumption is no exception. And when we push our bodies to consume alcohol beyond what it can handle, the result is always dangerous, and too often, deadly. This is known as alcohol poisoning. Here’s what you need …

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