previous studies. Between 2005 and 2014, between 7.7% and 9% of older Americans were binge drinkers.
Blacks and people with less than a high school education were more likely to do so, the researchers found.
They found no link between binge drinking and mental disorders or a higher incidence of chronic diseases. Among senior binge drinkers, the most common chronic diseases were high blood pressure (41%), heart disease (23%) and diabetes (18%).
Still, researchers warned that excessive drinking can make chronic diseases worse and lead to accidents.
That binge drinking is increasing is worrisome, said Dr. James Garbutt, medical director of the Alcohol and
