What Is Alcohol Poisoning? And When to Get Help
Alcohol poisoning is a serious and potentially deadly condition that occurs when someone drinks more alcohol than their body can safely process.
It is essential to recognize the warning signs of alcohol poisoning, which can happen at parties and social events where drinking is common.
“As the doses get higher, people can lose coordination, become unable to stand, or become unconscious,” explains Michael Moss, MD, the director of the Utah Poison Control Center. “What we mean when we say alcohol poisoning is that someone has had so much alcohol that they then stop breathing and can die.
Author's summary: Learn the warning signs of alcohol poisoning and how to save a life.
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