Alcohol Use Causes 1 In 20 Deaths Globally
Alcohol Use Causes 1 In 20 Deaths Globally
September 30, 2018
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By Nina Avramova, CNNOriginal Source: cnn.com

Over 3 million people died from alcohol consumption in 2016, equating to 1 in 20 deaths globally, according to a new report by the World Health Organization.

More than 75% of these deaths were among men, says the report, published Friday.

The largest cause of death -- 28% -- was due to injuries. This was followed by 21% of deaths due to digestive disorders and 19% due to cardiovascular diseases. The remaining causes of death were infectious diseases, cancers, mental disorders and other health conditions attributable to drinking alcohol...click here to continue reading

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