Alcoholism
The More Alcohol You Drink the Greater Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Those concerned about their risk of developing breast cancer may decide that happy hour cocktails just are not worth the risk anymore. That is because a recent review conducted over multiple studies which examined possible links between alcohol and breast cancer says that such a link definitely exists. Full Story
What Does Excessive Alcohol Consumption Do to the Heart?
The human heart is an astounding four-chambered muscle. Though only slightly larger than your fist, it is responsible for pumping blood throughout your body and will do so at least 2.5 billion times during your life. This pumping action is powered by a self-contained electrical system and delivers the blood through a highway of vessels which, if laid on end, would reach thousands of miles. Full Story
Childhood Trauma Common Among Alcoholics
A new study shows that those who experienced childhood trauma such as emotional, physical and sexual abuse are often later in life treated for alcoholism. Trauma can also include emotional or physical neglect. Full Story
Those Born After WWII More Likely to Binge Drink and Develop Alcohol Disorders
Drinking might be influenced by a number of things from personal and societal issues, political instability, social norms and also economic fluctuations. These factors turn into different types of drinking cultures over time periods and among varying countries. Full Story
A Decorated War Veteran is Using His Personal Struggles With Alcoholism to Help New Veterans
It isn’t uncommon to see a correlation between veterans and alcoholism. As more soldiers return home from war, the number of those impacted by excessive drinking, and even substance abuse, are increasing. Retired Brigadier General Stanley Cherrie is using his experience with alcohol as a way to help other soldiers. He recently shared his personal story in a Fox News article. Full Story
Long Hours at Work and Alcohol Consumption
A long work week is typically associated with a high level of stress. However, some people claim to thrive on this type of schedule, working from early in the morning until late at night, and then toting a laptop home to finish up more assignments. Full Story
Experts Recommend Two Drink-Free Days a Week
Medical Practitioners (MPs) from Great Britain’s Science and Technology Committee are calling for a reevaluation of the government’s guidelines for safe drinking. On Monday, the Committee released a new report recommending adults to refrain from drinking at least two days per week in order to prevent unhealthy lifestyles and risks. Full Story
Binge Drinking in the United States
Binge drinking is usually associated with college parties and young single men. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), provides evidence that binge drinking is also a common occurrence among older adults. Full Story
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