A recent study published in the JAMA Health Forum has shed light on the concerning trend of rising alcohol consumption among women and its impact on their health. The study, which analyzed insurance claims data from 2017 to 2021 on over 14 million Americans aged 15 and older, found that women between the ages of 40 to 64 were more likely to experience serious alcohol-related complications during the pandemic.

According to the study, deaths from excessive alcohol use in the United States have increased by nearly 30 percent between 2016 and 2021, with women experiencing a faster rate of increase compared to men. Dr. Timothy Naimi, director of the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research at the University of Victoria, has emphasized the narrowing gap between alcohol-related deaths in men and women.

Lead author of the study, Dr. Bryant Shuey, who is also an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, has warned of the concerning trend and highlighted the mounting evidence showing the impact of rising alcohol consumption on women’s health. Dr. Shuey stresses the need for increased awareness and intervention to address this growing issue.

The study serves as a wake-up call to the public health community and policymakers to prioritize strategies aimed at reducing excessive alcohol use among women and preventing the associated negative health outcomes. As the gap between alcohol-related deaths in men and women continues to narrow, it is crucial to take proactive measures to address this concerning trend and protect the health and well-being of women across the country. Stay tuned to Insider Wales Sport for more updates on this important issue.