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In the Stuttgart military community alone, there have been approximately 30 drunk driving incidents within the past 12 months. To spread the word and prevent alcohol abuse in the community, ASAP will join with other organizations across the garrison to mark Alcohol Awareness Month.
The following is a list of scheduled events where alcohol screenings will take place:
April 11: National Alcohol Screening Day, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer Exchange
April 17: Youth Services Outreach, 3-6 p.m., The Hub, Building 2337, Patch Barracks
April 18: Happy Hour: Comedy with a Twist, 10 a.m. to noon, Kelley Theater; 2-4 p.m., Patch Community Club
April 22-24: School Registration, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Panzer Exchange April 26: Team Biathlon, 9 a.m., Patch Fitness Center
USAG Stuttgart Army Substance Abuse Program
The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence sponsors Alcohol Awareness Month in April to raise awareness while encouraging healthy and safe choices when it comes to the use of alcohol.
Drinking too much alcohol increases one’s risk of injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease and some types of cancer.
This year, during Alcohol Awareness Month, the Stuttgart Army Substance Abuse Program encourages you to educate yourself and your loved ones about the dangers of drinking too much.
Here are some low-risk guidelines facts and tips to help you:
What is your risk level?
0 — Zero quantity and zero frequency, people who abstain will experience no alcohol-related problems.
1 — Having more than one drink in one hour
increases risk for injuries and other impairment problems.
2 — Health problems are more common for people who average mo
re than two drinks per day.
3 — Research shows that people who consume more than three drinks on any given day are more likely to experience some alcohol-related impairment or health problem.
Helpful tips
- Eat before and while drinking.
- Refrain from drinking when you are upset.
- Alternate between alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.
- Keep track of how much you drink.
- Avoid places where people drink a lot.
- Remember the word “halt,” don’t drink if you are Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired.
- Before you celebrate … designate. Identify a designated driver or use public transportation.
- Make a list of personal reasons why low-risk drinking choices are best for you and follow it.
If you are concerned about your drinking or someone else’s drinking, seek help by calling the USAG Stuttgart Army Substance Abuse Program office at 431-2530/07031-15-2530.