Intoxicants

Under the influence of alcohol, the likelihood of accidents increases: judgment deteriorates, and impulsiveness and risk-taking rise. Substance use heightens the risk of poisoning, fire, drowning, falls, choking, and sports-related accidents. More than 7% of falls and about 35% of other fatal accidents occur while under the influence of alcohol. According to mortality statistics, just over one-fifth of accident-related deaths are linked to alcohol, with the proportion varying by accident type.

The use of intoxicants is connected to accidental deaths: some 7% of falls and about 35% of other fatal accidents occur under the influence of alcohol. When you are drunk, your judgment is impaired and you may act impulsively and take risks, which makes you more prone to accidents. The use of intoxicants increases the risk of all types of accidents: poisoning, fire, drowning, falling, suffocating and sports accidents. To prevent accidents caused by intoxication, it is important to reduce the overall consumption of alcohol, actively discuss intoxicants and identify risky use of intoxicants.

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  • Poisonings

    In home settings, poisoning is most commonly caused by medications, substances, toxic plants, chemicals, or mushrooms. In Finland, carbon monoxide poisoning is also a concern.

  • Safety Checklists

    Home, cabin, and child safety can be improved with small changes. Using safety checklists, you can assess how safe your environment is. You can also share the results of the tests on social media.

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