William W Backus Hospital -

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William W Backus Hospital
William W Backus Hospital
is located at 326 Washington Street Norwich, CT. 6360 and can be contacted by calling 860-823-6321. William W Backus Hospital offers treatment services for Illicit Drug Addiction, Alcoholism and Prescription Drug Abuse

Treatment Services Offered: Mental Balance Treatment Services, Outpatient Alcohol Treatment, Inpatient Hospital Treatment
Payment Options: Payment Assistance Through Medicaid, Medicare Assistance, Insurance - Private Pay, Self Pay, Sliding-Scale Fee, Payment Help

The tendency towards alcohol abuse or dependence later in life increases by 12 percent for each year of decrease in the age at first drink for both men and women.
During the ages of 30�''59, the consequences of heavy alcohol consumption over time becomes evident. Alcoholic liver disease, alcohol pancreatitis, several types of cancer, disorders of the heart and circulatory system, alcohol-related brain disorders, and other adverse effects upon the endocrine and immune system are most likely to emerge during this time.
In the United States today, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is reported to be the third most common cause that is related to cases of mental retardation.
When the stomach is empty, the peak blood alcohol level can occur in as little as one hour after consuming liquor.

For more information, visit www.drug-rehabs.org.