WHO, World Health Organization, came out with stats for 2012 showing alcohol related illness a leading cause of premature death. 3.3 million deaths annually. More men than women were affected. There are some 200 related health consequences related to alcohol abuse. Alcohol consumption is increasing in India and China as the populations improve from proverty. The average annual consumption of Russian men is 32 litres compared to a world wide average of 6.2 litres. Muslim countries show the least alcohol abuse.
Since Pot is going to become legal in more States in the US and its medical benefits will be researched will we see more driving accidents and other injuries from abuse.