States are looking at banning the popular alcoholic energy drink Four Loko after reports of dozens of college students across the nation having been hospitalized for overconsumption. If you haven’t heard or seen this drink, it is commonly known among college students as "blackout in a can," one can of the fruity liquor malt combines 12 percent alcohol with a kick of caffeine sized to an average cup of coffee. The contrasting effects of consuming alcohol and stimulants conceal the effects of alcohol. And many who are unable to recognize the effect of alcohol may drink more. Many college campuses sent notices to students warning about the potential dangers of alcohol energy drinks, and some campuses such as the University of Rhode Island have banned the drink. But now, advocates in New York and Oregon are pushing for a statewide sales ban.
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