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Coloradans die from the effects of alcohol at one of the highest rates in the country, but the state's reaction has been a shrug, especially when compared to the aggressive response to opioids like fentanyl.
Coloradans die from the effects of alcohol at one of the highest rates in the country, but the state's reaction has been a shrug, especially when compared to the aggressive response to opioids like fentanyl.
The Denver Post is publishing a four-part series examining why alcohol-related deaths are so common in Colorado and what could be done to save more lives. Many people remain unaware of the full risks of drinking, and the state hasn't taken steps to reduce consumption.
Colorado voters expanded access to beer and wine as the gradual rise in Colorado's already high rate of alcohol deaths was accelerating, experts said.
Excise taxes on beer, wine and spirits in Colorado are some of the lowest in the U.S. But Colorado also taxes alcohol at a significantly lower rate than other "sin" products despite spike in deaths.