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New York, NY—Concerned doctors have begun warning the public of dangers posed by an alcoholic energy drink, called Four Loko. The drink, sometimes referred to as “blackout in a can” or “liquid cocaine,” has landed dozens in the hospital and apparently played a role in the malicious anti-gay attacks that took place in the Bronx at the beginning of the month, according to information provided by ABC News and WPIX.
“I’ve not seen one alcoholic beverage create this many problems this early on… People come in vomiting, unconscious… with a loss of gag reflex. My concern is when someone gets to the point of intoxication they can actually die,” explained Dr. Mike Reihart of Pennsylvania-based Lancaster General Hospital.
Four Loko is a 23-ounce concoction of fruity flavors, caffeine and alcohol. The potentially lethal brew contains 12 percent alcohol, which is equivalent to approximately six beers.
Dr. Reihart contended that during a span of a few weeks, he saw around six or so patients in Lancaster General’s ER every weekend, all of whom consumed Four Loko prior to their visits. “Some of the patients that I’ve had, trying to get to that mythical four, usually pass out around three because they’ve ingested about 18 beers,” Reihart noted.
After around 24 students were hospitalized for Four Loko-induced alcohol poisoning at the start of the fall semester, New Jersey-based Ramapo College banned the drink.
Even reports concerning recent anti-gay attacks in the Bronx made reference to Four Loko. According to the New York Times and updated coverage by the Associated Press, 10 Bronx men were arrested after attacking three people, whom they believed to be gay. At one point, the potent drink was practically utilized as a weapon against the eldest victim.
The assailants were members of a gang called the Latin King Goonies and ranged from 16 to 23 years of age. On October 3, 2010, the men attacked two teenagers and a 30-year-old man, notably forcing the adult male to drink 10 cans of Four Loko. The attackers also reportedly beat the inebriated man with a chain and proceeded to sodomize him with a miniature baseball bat. While the victim apparently has little recollection of the horrific attack, he miraculously survived.
http://www.justicenewsflash.com/2010/10/18/doctors-warn-of-dangers-associated-with-four-loko_201010185844.htmlNew York, NY—Concerned doctors have begun warning the public of dangers posed by... more
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I love my coffee. But I am not picky; -it could be made from fresh-ground beans procured from the local "Starbuck’s," "Tim Horton’s" or, -my favorite coffee retreat in the city "Second Cup" (a Canadian indulgence.) Or, it can be the most affordable instant, right off the supermarket shelf. You know, -like the one with the picture of TV personality/Home Renovator extraordinaire Mike Holmes on the label?I love my coffee. But I am not picky; -it could be made from fresh-ground beans... more
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You may not know how much caffeine is in your favorite energy drink, but you might wish you did according to a study from Johns Hopkins University.You may not know how much caffeine is in your favorite energy drink, but you might... more
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In an article appearing this month in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, a group of Johns Hopkins scientists who have spent decades researching the effects of caffeine are calling for energy drinks to carry labels noting their caffeine doses as well as warnings about potential health risks.In an article appearing this month in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, a group... more
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Energy drinks have been popular for years, and the market keeps expanding. Some people drink them like they would soda -- during breakfast, lunch, dinner and as snacks. But there is such a thing as too much energy. A study published today in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence delivers a stern warning about the possibility of caffeine intoxication from energy drinks.Energy drinks have been popular for years, and the market keeps expanding. Some people... more
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