Abstract
To analyze the temporal trend of indicators related to motor vehicle driving after alcohol consumption, in the general population and among drivers. Temporal trend study of indicators related to driving motorized vehicles after alcohol consumption, between 2007 and 2018, based on information from Vigitel. The population consisted of adults (≥ 18 years old) living in Brazilian capitals with a landline. Trend analysis was performed by linear regression. Between 2007 and 2018, there was a reduction in the indicator "driving a vehicle after alcohol abuse by the population" from 2.0% to 0.7% (p < 0.001). This consumption when calculated only among drivers decreased from 3.5 in 2011 to 1.6 in 2018 (p < 0.003). Driving a vehicle by drivers after consuming any amount of alcohol had high prevalences, ranging from 15.7% (2011) to 11.4% (2018). Prevalence in all indicators was higher among men, younger adults (18 to 34 years) and with higher education. The practice of alcohol abuse and driving reduced in Brazil, however, driving after drinking any amount of alcohol still remains high. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain regulatory measures to control alcohol and driving in order to reduce traffic accidents.
Highlights
The consumption of alcoholic beverages has been adapted and encouraged in most cultures, and is associated with festivities, celebrations, joy and pleasure[1]
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 3.3 million deaths associated with alcohol use occur worldwide each year (5.9% of all deaths), of which 320,000 occur in young people aged between 15 and 29 years old[2]
The aim of this study was to analyze the temporal trend of the prevalence of indicators related to driving motorized vehicles after drinking alcohol, in the general population and among drivers. This is a time trend study on the prevalence of indicators related to the driving of motorized vehicles after the consumption of alcoholic beverages, between the years 2007 and 2018. It is based on research information carried out by the Risk Factors Surveillance system and Protection for Chronic Diseases by Telephone Survey (Vigilância de Fatores de Risco e Proteção para Doenças Crônicas por Inquérito Telefônico -Vigitel)
Summary
The consumption of alcoholic beverages has been adapted and encouraged in most cultures, and is associated with festivities, celebrations, joy and pleasure[1]. Alcohol consumption increases the risk of being involved in accidents between drivers and pedestrians[6]. Alcohol causes the deterioration of visual and motor functions and reduces one’s ability to discern, which is essential for safety behind the wheel. It is associated with other high-risk behaviors, such as speeding and failure to use a seat belt[6]. The WHO estimates that in high-income countries, about 20% of drivers involved in fatal accidents have alcohol in their blood, and, in some low and middle-income countries, these figures may reach 69%5
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