Emergency Room Experience

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Because of my emergency room experience, I believe that alcohol consumption and the lack of employment correlate. With the focus being steered toward illicit drug use and abuse, less emphasize is centered toward alcohol abuse. Through the years, I have wondered if the lack of employment contributed to alcohol use or vice versa. Either way, medical professionals are noticing a rise in both, which leads to other health concerns. Personally, I believe that alcohol use leads to other devastating habits. I will be excited to complete the study, and see the outcome.
Today, the comfort of completing life’s tasks online is a reality. One could obtain a degree, or chose what is needed from the local grocery store without stepping a foot outside. A

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