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We can drink responsibly and still have a lot of fun.  The Domino Strategy is a simple way to remember the guidelines. There are 3 levels that take the guesswork out of alcohol consumption.  Zero – No drinks for people who are under 21, operating machinery, pregnant, recovering alcoholics or taking certain medicines. No more than one drink per day for women. No more than two drinks per day for men. 

However, like everything else in the consumption world, alcoholic drinks have been super-sized.  Knowing the appropriate size for your personal alcohol consumption can help you be responsible and safe in your nights out. Standard beer size is 12 oz. of beer, (12oz can or bottle)…that frosty mug or tall glass and even that pitcher could put you over the limit…KNOW YOUR SIZE. Standard size for a glass of wine is 5 oz., the average wine glass is 12 oz. The wine glass should only be about 1/3 full for women and 2/3 full for men…BIGGER ISN’T BETTER. Standard size for 80-proof liquor is 1 ½ oz. that’s one shot glass of alcohol. BIG drinks can have BIG CONSEQUENCES.

Stay aware of the recommended amounts and sizes of your drinks, and you are on your way to responsible alcohol consumption. We can all enjoy alcohol safely, for our health and the safety of others.

The Richland/McCone County DUI Task Force members represent a diverse cross-section of our community, including concerned citizens, government officials, law enforcement, health professional, prevention and treatment specialist, business professionals and others. The DUI Task Force is dedicated to promoting a healthier and safer environment for the residents of Richland & McCone Counties by reducing injuries and fatalities related to over consumption of alcohol and impaired driving. Please contact Mary Friesz, DUI Task Force Coordinator at the Richland County Health Department to make a difference and for resources or information.