Alcohol Poisoning

Alcohol poisoning can occur if too much alcohol is consumed too quickly:

• Alcohol poisoning is caused by drinking a lot of alcohol in a short period of time. Body is unable to metabolize the amount of alcohol that was consumed. Binge drinking is the main cause of alcohol poisoning. Symptoms are:

• Vomiting
• Unconsciousness (passed out) or semi-conscious.
• Slow or irregular breathing.
  • If someone shows the above symptoms and they have been drinking alcohol, CALL 911!
  • Turn the person on their side to prevent choking if they start to vomit (aka Bacchus Maneuver)