30% drop in alcohol-related admissions to Dublin hospital

One of the country’s busiest hospitals has seen a 30% drop in the number of alcohol-related admissions to its intensive care unit.

30% drop in the number of alcohol-related admissions to its intensive care unit.

The study, conducted in St James’s Hospital ICU over a six month period, said the reason for the fall was “unclear”, but said it could possibly be linked to decreased alcohol consumption and greater public awareness.