This paper seeks to enlist some of the major issues regarding
alcohol consumption and suggest broad guidelines for containing
the malaise. The writer believes that stronger action against the ills of
alcohol is needed and that one of the most effective actions would be to label, treat, and consider the very act of alcohol
consumption as an illness that needs to be cured. Contents: Introduction Why do People Consume Alcohol? Cigarette - The Other Alcohol Social Strictures on Drinkers Alcohol consumption is costing us a lot Hepatitis, Cancer, Impotence, Obesity - Which do you prefer? Children Take to Alcohol Because We Make Them Policies on Alcohol Consumption Conclusion