Alcohol Carries New Risks in Middle Age
Briefly

In 2022, people aged 35 to 50 reported record-high levels of binge drinking, with a significant increase in heavy alcohol use among those in their 40s.
Middle-aged women are increasingly developing alcohol-related liver and heart diseases, raising concerns among doctors about the rising alcohol consumption in this demographic.
Middle age brings increased health risks from drinking, as the body becomes less able to process alcohol, especially in the presence of chronic diseases.
Katherine Keyes highlights the alarming trends, stating, 'A night of heavy drinking is more risky at 55 than at 25,' due to compounded health issues.
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