A new report in Denmark shows that more elderly people need alcohol treatment.
An increasing number of Danes over the age of 65 are seeking help for alcohol problems, according to new figures from the health authority Sundhedsstyrelsen (Health Board).
The report revealed that 1,427 Danes over the age of 65 received alcohol treatment in 2013 – over twice as many as the 655 cared for five years earlier.
According to an evaluation of Sundhedsstyrelsen, there are far more people struggling with alcohol issues in Denmark than there are seeking help, and doctors and nurses should be better at helping the elderly to access treatment. The National Health Profile from 2010 illustrate the growing problem:
- 27% of all men and 10% of all women aged 65-74 have an alcohol problem.
The municipalities have been responsible for alcohol treatment in Denmark since 2007 and all of the municipalities offer help to citizens who struggle with alcohol problems.