A higher percentage of patients aged between 14–18 years tested positive for blood alcohol (IMAGE)

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A higher percentage of patients aged between 14–18 years tested positive for blood alcohol

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Researchers investigated the characteristics of pediatric admissions during the COVID-19 pandemic at a trauma center in Omaha, USA. They identified higher blood alcohol levels and injuries from recreational vehicles in these patients.

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Hamill et al.

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