Alcohol-Related Accidents & Injuries with Dr. Lou Mitchell
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What happens when “just one more drink” goes too far?
In this episode we welcome Dr. Lou Mitchell, an emergency medicine consultant, to uncover the harsh realities of alcohol’s impact beyond the glamour of advertisements.
From head injuries to life-changing accidents, Dr. Mitchell shares sobering insights into the A&E cases caused by excessive drinking. With a mix of compelling stories and expert perspective, we explore how alcohol affects decision-making, relationships, and public safety.
If you’ve ever wondered what really happens when the night doesn’t go as planned, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Here are the highlights:
(1:22) Introduction of Dr. Lou Mitchell
(3:58) Types of Alcohol-Related Accidents and Injuries
(9:16) Impact of Alcohol on Young People
(12:06) Alcohol and Violence
(17:03) Changing Drinking Patterns Among Young People
(32:20) Role of Alcohol Advertising
More about Lou:
Lou Mitchell is an NHS Consultant in Emergency Medicine in the South-West of England. She qualified as a doctor in 2003 and was a junior doctor and emergency medicine trainee in London, New Zealand, and the South-West of England. She has interests in toxicology, what makes people attend A&E frequently and addressing that, and medical education. Whilst she works for the NHS, her views are entirely her own.
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/
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