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Traci L Toomey1, Carolyn Rosenfeld1, Alexander C Wagenaar1
1Traci L. Toomey, Ph.D., is a research associate with, Carolyn Rosenfeld, M.P.H., is a recent graduate of, and Alexander C. Wagenaar, Ph.D., is a professor in the Division of Epidemiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Abstract:
Minimum legal drinking age (MLDA) laws provide an example of how scientific research can support effective public policies. Between 1970 and 1975, 29 States lowered their MLDAs; subsequently, scientists found that traffic crashes increased significantly among teenagers. Alcohol use among youth is related to many problems, including traffic crashes, drownings, vandalism, assaults, homicides, suicides, teenage pregnancies, and sexually transmitted diseases. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of a higher MLDA in preventing injuries and deaths among youth. Despite laws prohibiting the sale or provision of alcohol to people under age 21, minors can easily obtain alcohol from many sources. Increased MLDA enforcement levels and deterrents for adults who might sell or provide alcohol to minors can help prevent additional injuries and deaths among youth.
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