Perceptions of underage drinkers by bartenders in a midwestern university town.

Background: Alcohol consumption by Wisconsin college students is associated with both morbidity and mortality; underage bar access is a significant contributor to this problem. This two-part study will review strategies used by the city of Madison to reduce underage drinking in bars and will introduce pilot data exploring bartenders as potential partners in prevention.

Methods: First, data and strategies from the City of Madison Office of the Mayor regarding underage drinking were reviewed.