Letter to the Editor: Submitted by Sarah Majewski

To the Editor:

Have you ever taken a minute to consider what alcohol does to your body, and the irreparable harm that could be caused when you drink and drive? Even if you think you’re not affected, science says otherwise. According to the Iowa Driver’s Manual, here’s what even a small amount of alcohol does to your brain:
• Within 20-40 minutes, the areas of your brain controlling judgment and skill are impaired.
• Your reflexes and reaction times slow down.
• You can’t see as well, and you are less alert.
• You have trouble judging distance, speed, and movement around you (such as other vehicles if you are driving).
• Your coordination is reduced.
• Your eye muscles relax, causing your vision to lose its sharpness.
• Your night vision is cut in half, and your side vision is reduced to one-third.

And that doesn’t even include the damage alcohol does to your liver, your pancreas, your heart, your digestive system, your immune system, and your mental health. It’s poison!

The Bible says, “Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.” (Proverbs 20:1) Make the decision today to never let another sip pass your lips, for your own health, for the function of your brain, and for the safety of those around you!

Sarah Majewski
Lansing