Over 400 Diseases May Co-Occur in People With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Over 400 Diseases May Co-Occur in People With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder /BY JOIN TOGETHER STAFF January 12th, 2016/ 0 Researchers have identified more than 400 diseases that can co-occur in people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The findings reinforce that alcohol can affect any organ or system in the developing fetus, […]
People May Drink More During Recession Even If They Retain Their Job: Study
People May Drink More During Recession Even If They Retain Their Job: Study /BY JOIN TOGETHER STAFF January 12th, 2016/ 0 Economic downturns can lead to greater rates of drinking even among people who hold onto their jobs, a new study suggests. Previous research has shown people who lose their jobs during a […]
Alcohol Abuse Adds to the Cost of Health Care
Alcohol Abuse Adds to the Cost of Health Care by Pamela S. Erickson This summer I got a first-hand look at how alcohol abuse contributes to the rising cost of health care. It was the 4th of July and a family member needed hospitalization (not alcohol related). I rode in the ambulance and […]