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Alcohol Use
Study shows some low-income, pregnant Latinas drink despite universal alcohol-warning messages
December 8th, 2005
Language and cultural differences may discourage some women from drinking alcohol, but may also present a barrier for others to understand the risks of drinking during pregnancy. Researchers have found that low-income, pregnant Latinas drink similar amounts of alcohol during the three months before recognition of a pregnancy as do other racial/ethnic groups. Although numerous public-information campaigns have addressed the dangers of drinking during pregnancy, language and cultural differences may present a barrier for some to understanding those risks. A study in a recent issue of Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research looks at alcohol...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-12-08)
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