What you can do to protect yourself and others

The social drinker -
If you drink, be responsible. When with a group, choose a designated driver. Having one person agree to drink only non-alcoholic beverages and provide transportation for other members of the group can save lives.

The good host -
Here some things you can do as a host to ensure responsible drinking at a social function: If guests drink too much, call a cab or arrange a ride with a sober driver.

The encounter with the drunken driver -
When you drive, you want to protect yourself and others you love. So, be alert and watch out for impaired drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drivers under the influence of alcohol often display certain characteristics when on the road: If you are in front of the drunken driver, turn right at the nearest intersection and let him or her pass. If the driver is in front of you, stay a safe distance behind. And if the driver is coming at you, slow down, move to the right and stop.