1. Contribution of Excessive Alcohol Consumption to Deaths and Years of Potential Life Lost in the United States

Contribution of Excessive Alcohol Consumption to Deaths and Years of Potential Life Lost in the United States

This study aimed to update the national estimates of alcohol-attributable deaths (AAD) and years of potential life lost (YPLL) in the United States. The results show that excessive drinking accounted for 1 in 10 deaths among working-age adults and remains a leading cause of premature mortality nationwide. About 5% of all average annual AAD and 10% of average annual YPLL involved individuals under 21 years of age. 

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Department of Health and Human Services
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Publications
Topic
Substance Use/Misuse