Routine alcohol abuse screening identifies patients who abuse alcohol and helps reduce alcohol-related health problems.
Roughly half of adults ages 65 and older drink alcohol. Although experts continue to debate the possible health benefits of alcohol when consumed in minimal daily amounts, alcohol’s health risks in adults too often are overlooked by both family members and healthcare professionals.
If you work in primary care, consider creating screening program for alcohol and substance abuse.
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