Neurological
A brain disorder caused by a lack of thiamine (vitamin B1), which can lead to amnesia, confusion, and eyesight issues.
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
An increased buildup of fat in the liver
- This usually shows no symptoms; if symptoms do occur, they include fatigue, weight loss and abdominal pain
Fatty Liver (Hepatic Steatosis)
an irregular heartbeat that can cause the heart to beat too fast, too slow, or with an irregular rhythm.
the risk for this cancer is 1.3 times higher for light drinkers and nearly 5 times higher for heavy/daily drinkers
a rare cancer that occurs when malignant cells form in the tissues of the esophagus
Esophageal Cancer
How much does the heart of a blue whale weigh?
400lbs
What regions of the brain are affected the most by long-term alcohol use?
memory, decision-making, impulse control, attention, and sleep regulation
a chronic liver disease that occurs when the liver produces too much scar tissue, or collagen, in response to inflammation and damaged cells
Liver Fibrosis
A sudden and severe inflammation that usually goes away within a few days with treatment. Symptoms include upper abdominal pain that may spread to the back, nausea, vomiting, fever, and a fast heartbeat.
Causes include gallstones, heavy alcohol use, trauma, and certain medications.
Acute Pancreatitis
How long can sloths hold their breath?
40 minutes
a life-threatening condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked by a blood clot or plaque buildup
**you have a higher risk of having one of these with long-term alcohol use**
Ischemic Stroke
Permanent scarring that damages your liver and interferes with its functioning. It can lead to liver failure. This is the result of persistent liver damage over many years. Alcohol and drugs, viruses and metabolic factors are the most common causes.
Cirrhosis
a chronic medical condition that occurs when the pressure in your blood vessels is consistently too high
Hypertension
TRUE or FALSE
Long-term alcohol consumption can interfere with bone growth and replacement of bone tissue (i.e., remodeling), resulting in decreased bone density and increased risk of fracture
TRUE
How many times is the F-word said in the movie, Wolf of Wall Street?
569
- sudden numbness/weakness of the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body)
- Sudden confusion and trouble speaking
- Sudden dizziness, loss of balance/coordination
- Sudden severe headache
an inflammation of the liver that is caused by a variety of infectious viruses and noninfectious agents leading to a range of health problems, some of which can be fatal.
There are five main strains: referred to as types A, B, C, D and E.
Hepatitis
A condition where your heart can’t efficiently pump blood to the rest of your body. As a result, you may experience fatigue, shortness of breath or heart palpitations. This can make your heart muscles stiffen, enlarge or thicken and can cause scar tissue.
Cardiomyopathy
TRUE or FALSE
Chronic drinkers are more liable to contract diseases like pneumonia and tuberculosis than people who do not drink too much. Drinking a lot on a single occasion slows your body’s ability to ward off infections – even up to 24 hours after getting drunk.
TRUE
Where were fortune cookies invented?
San Francisco
What disease is this, based on the symptoms?
- inability to form new long-term memories, poor focus/concentration, poor decision making, lack of motivation, ineffective emotional control, loss of coordination/balance
Alcohol-Induced Dementia
Side Effects of this Disease:
Cirrhosis
Symptoms of severe high blood pressure
Severe headaches, chest pain, dizziness, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, anxiety, nosebleeds, and palpitations
TRUE or FALSE
Morgan is the most badass and awesome nurse and group facilitator that has ever lived
No question about it,
THIS IS TRUE
What is the highest-grossing holiday movie of all time?
Home Alone