Money spent on beer ads linked to underage drinking
Money spent on beer ads linked to underage drinking Source: https://www.eurekalert.org/ November 19, 2019 Advertising budgets and strategies used by beer companies appear to influence underage drinking, according to new research from Iowa State University. The findings show that the amount of money spent on advertising strongly predicted the percentage of teens who had heard […]
New Zealand: More Work Needed to Reduce Harmful Drinking
New Zealand: More Work Needed to Reduce Harmful Drinking Majority of New Zealanders Drinking Responsibly And Less, But More Work Needed to Reduce Harmful Drinking Press Release Alcohol Beverages Council November 15, 2019 NZ Alcohol Beverages Council (NZABC) says the majority of New Zealanders drink responsibly and generally Kiwis and young people are drinking less, […]
3 Fraternity deaths at 3 schools in a week draw renewed scrutiny on Greek life
3 Fraternity deaths at 3 schools in a week draw renewed scrutiny on Greek life Erie News Now By Ray Sanchez, CNN November 13, 2019 A 19-year-old Washington State University student died at a fraternity house on Tuesday. A day earlier, a fraternity member at Arizona State University was found dead in his room, and […]
3 Fraternity deaths at 3 schools in a week draw renewed scrutiny on Greek life
3 Fraternity deaths at 3 schools in a week draw renewed scrutiny on Greek life Source: https://www.erienewsnow.com/ By Ray Sanchez, CNN November 15th 2019 A 19-year-old Washington State University student died at a fraternity house on Tuesday. A day earlier, a fraternity member at Arizona State University was found dead in his room, and a San […]
Samuel Adams’ new beer is illegal in 15 states and contains 28% ABV
Samuel Adams’ new beer is illegal in 15 states and contains 28% ABV Source: https://www.wwlp.com/ Oct 12, 2019 Samuel Adams announced the release of its exclusive Utopias beer, a collection so unique, only 100 casks were made and it’s illegal in 15 states. Each beer is barrel-aged and hand-bottled, the brewing company calls it “America’s most […]
Australia: Can your smartphone help you stop drinking?
Australia: Can your smartphone help you stop drinking? A social media application to help people curb their drinking is generating big savings for businesses through less absenteeism. Financial Review By Andrew Tillett, Political Correspondent November 13, 2019 AUSTRALIA – As Australians and their livers prepare to endure another festive season, a new study claims an online […]
Washington State University fraternity member’s death may have been alcohol-related, investigators say
Washington State University fraternity member’s death may have been alcohol-related, investigators say FOX News By Vandana Rambaran | Fox News November 13, 2019 Alcohol may be to blame for the death of a fraternity brother at Washington State University (WSU), investigators said, as the school on Tuesday suspended all fraternity and sorority events in the interim. Members of Alpha Tau Omega called […]
AK: Alcohol board rejects new limits on entertainment at Alaska breweries and distilleries
AK: Alcohol board rejects new limits on entertainment at Alaska breweries and distilleries Anchorage Daily News Author: James Brooks November 14, 2019 The Alaska Alcoholic Beverage Control Board on Tuesday unanimously rejected a new definition of “entertainment” that would have prohibited most public parties and events in the taprooms of the state’s breweries and distilleries. The […]
Years of education may impact drinking behavior and risk of alcohol dependence
Years of education may impact drinking behavior and risk of alcohol dependence Science Daily Source: Springer October 25, 2019 Summary: Higher educational attainment — spending more years in education — may impact people’s drinking behavior and reduce their risk of alcohol dependence, according to a new study. Alcohol consumption is a major risk factor for death […]
Gamblers under the influence of alcohol place higher bets after losses
Gamblers under the influence of alcohol place higher bets after losses Medical Xpress by University of British Columbia November 13, 2019 Gamblers don’t always make rational decisions. Their approach to any given bet is often influenced by the bets, wins and losses that have come before it—even when those things have no bearing whatsoever on the […]