Comparison of characteristics among 1120 hazardous drinkers who were offered advice
| Number (%) | Accepted advice | Did not accept advice | Difference in proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| n = 717 (64.0) | n = 403 (36.0) | (95% CI) | |
| **p<0.01. | |||
| Age in years (mean) | 44.2 | 42.8 | 1.4 (−0.5 to 3.3) |
| Sex: male | 560 (78.2) | 263 (76.5) | 1.8 (−7.2 to 3.6) |
| Average units consumed during drinking session | 21.44 | 18.61 | 2.82 (0.98 to 4.67)** |
| Believed initial A&E attendance related to drinking | 358 (70.1) | 185 (69.8) | 0.3 (−7.0 to 6.6) |
| Attended A&E up to six months before randomisation | 219 (30.8) | 98 (28.8) | 2.0 (−6.2 to 5.4) |