Two-jug men at risk

Press, 7 March 1978, Page 2

Two-jug men at risk

PA Wellington Drinkers of two or more jugs of beer a day could be alcoholics, according to the Liquor Advisory Council. The council has set out a symptom list for early I identification of alcoholism, I intended to help doctors, clergy, social workers, and others identify those needing help. Symptoms include a regular intake of three bottles or two jugs of beer a day. Such an intake was

excessive, and would eventually damage the body, said the report. Equivalent quantities of other liquor were one third of a bottle of spirit's, two thirds of a bottle of sherry, or a bottle of table wine. Overseas experience had shown that journalists, doctors, politicians, business executives, salesmen, hoteliers and hotel workers, members of the Armed Services and teachers were high risk potential alcoholics. Other symptoms include: peptic ulcers, liver

disease, diarrhoea, frequent infections, injuries and accidents, insomnia, depression, morning noneating, blackouts, and sexual dysfunctions. Offensive language in public, violence, debts, fraud, embezzlement, thefts, burglary and sexual offences. Frequent job changes, absenteeism, long lunch hours, and frequent trips to the toilet. Hoarse voice, puffy or flushed face, skin-cuts, bruises or infections, and increased sweating of feet and hands.