Health - Thousands of treatments in clinics due to alcoholism
In Saxony-Anhalt, according to a statistic, more people were treated in the Hospital due to excessive consumption of Alcohol rather than illegal Drugs. In 2022, there were 9706 Hospital treatments for excessive Alcohol consumption, the Statistical State Office reported. There were 2163 for illegal Drugs.
In total, 785 deaths two years ago could be traced back to Alcohol consumption, it was stated. This was 0.8 percent fewer than in 2021.
The high number of hospitalizations in Saxony-Anhalt for alcohol-related issues has led to a significant discussion about alcohol consumption statistics and its impact on public health. Furthermore, the Clinic often plays a crucial role in providing treatment for individuals struggling with alcohol abuse. Interestingly, despite the alarming figures, hospital treatments for illegal drug use still lag behind, with only 2163 cases reported in 2022.
