Counterfeit alcohol, sometimes containing jet fuel or embalming fluid, is a growing concern for tourists abroad
Counterfeit alcohol, sometimes containing jet fuel or embalming fluid, is a growing concern for tourists abroad Source: https://theconversation.com/ Monica H. Swahn July 8, 2019 The news about the tragic deaths of several American tourists in the Dominican Republic in May 2019 has created an outcry and a media frenzy. As of June 30, there were at […]
What is methanol poisoning?
What is methanol poisoning? Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/ Kristine Sabillo Jul 08 2019 During the last week of June, there was a buzz online among Filipinos about a so-called “craft” alcoholic beverage that supposedly resulted in the poisoning of two people. One viral post alleged that one of the victims slipped into a coma then died. A couple […]
Mothers are drinking more than ever. But the sober-curious movement challenges ‘wine-mom’ culture
Mothers are drinking more than ever. But the sober-curious movement challenges ‘wine-mom’ culture Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/ By Caitlin Gibson July 7 The turning point came at an evening soiree in the middle of December, when Mai Trinh spotted a friend’s luminous face amid a crowd of cocktail-quaffing partygoers. “She stood out – she looked absolutely radiant,” recalls […]
Does drinking alcohol in older age prolong life?
Does drinking alcohol in older age prolong life? Source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ By Ana Sandoiu July 7, 2019 Large-scale research suggests that drinking alcohol in older age may lower mortality risk. However, the scientists are cautious about potential biases in their own research and say that more research is necessary. Does moderate drinking in older age have any […]