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Alcohol-related Traffic Fatalities Rise On New Year's Eve
By Jenny Mclane
New Year's Eve can be tragic. According to the recent analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol-related traffic deaths are likely to rise on New Year's Eve than on other mid-week winter evenings.
Last year, by the time the clock ticks its last for 2005, 135 people had died in alcohol-related traffic fatalities in the 12-hour span between 6:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve and 5:59 a.m. the next morning. Two weeks after, on same night of the week and same span of time, deaths decreased dramatically to 59.
Though most recent studies prove that there is higher rate of alcohol-related traffic fatalities on New Year's Eve, there are several myths about drinking and driving that worsen rider's plight. These myths can turn out to be fatal for drivers, car occupants, and passersby as well.
Scientific studies regarding the effects of alcohol to the brain and body prove that most drinking and driving myths are incorrect. This significant information supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).
It is believed that one can drive as long as he is not acting erratically or not slurring his words. The truth is that the skills and coordination are compromised prior to the showing of signs of intoxication. Further, the sedative effects of alcohol plus the temptations of night driving can put the driver at much greater risk.
Drink coffee to sober you up - is one of the myths about getting sober. Caffeine may help with drowsiness but it does not function to counteract the effect of alcohol on coordination and decision-making. Time is of the essence to metabolize alcohol. There is no other remedy but time.
In addition, several individuals believe that alcohol's effects start and end quickly. However, the truth is that alcohol acts as stimulant then it affects inhibitions and judgment. Alcohol, on larger dose, acts as a depressant. It can make the drinker sleepy and pass out. Even when one stops drinking, the effects of alcohol do not. Hence, its effects should not be underestimated.
Driving home late at night and drunk is risky. Drivers should be aware of the consequences to avoid a potentially fatal traffic crash due to drunkenness. Also, they must check their 2002 Chevy Corvette wheels, Ford Escape auto parts, Volkswagen rabbit engine Cabriolet, and other car parts and accessories to secure safety on road. About the Author Jenny McLane is a 36 year old native of Iowa and has a knack for research on cars and anything and everything about it. She works full time as a Market Analyst for one of the leading car parts suppliers in the country today.
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