Some of these problems include vandalism, date rape, poor academic performance, dropouts, injuries and death. Sobering Statistics Young adults ages 18-25 are most likely to binge drink. Binge Drinking Hundred of people die each year from acute alcohol intoxication, more commonly known as alcohol poisoning. Caused by drinking too much alcohol too fast, it often occurs on college campuses. Alcohol poisoning, like other drug overdoses, can occur after the ingestion of a large amount of any alcoholic beverage including beer, wine, or hard liquor.
Many students are surprised to learn that death can occur from alcohol poisoning.
Most think that the worst that can happen is they'll pass out and have a hangover the next day. Knowing the signs and symptoms of acute alcohol intoxication and what to do when this occurs can help you avoid a tragedy. A Medical Emergency Signs and Symptoms Unconsciousness or semiconsciousness. Slow breaths of eight or less per minute, or lapses between breaths of more than eight seconds. Cold, clammy, pale, or bluish skin.