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Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University |
 | | Heavy alcohol consumption is associated with increased risks of hypertension, hemorrhagic stroke, heart rhythm disturbances, damage to the heart, liver, and pancreas, dementia, accidents, injury, and violence. |
 | | Although alcoholism is known to increase the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia, the effects of moderate alcohol consumption on cognitive function and the risk of dementia are less clear. |
 | | Alcohol use is associated with an increased risk of injury in a number of circumstances, including motor vehicle accidents, falls, and fires (98). |
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