Alcohol use is widely accepted in the US, but even moderate consumption is associated with many harmful effects
Alcohol use is widely accepted in the US, but even moderate consumption is associated with many harmful effects The Conversation January 6, 2023 This month, millions of Americans are taking part in “Dry January” in an effort to forgo alcohol for a month and cleanse themselves of the excesses of the holiday season. Alcohol is […]
Here’s how alcohol affects your body as you age
Here’s how alcohol affects your body as you age The Atlanta Journal-Constitution By Stephanie Toone, for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution January 4, 2023 There are various factors of daily life that can exacerbate the aging process. One of the most harmful of those can be daily alcohol usage. There are several risks to moderate or heavy […]
WA: Sen. Lovick calls for stricter blood-alcohol limit in Washington state
WA: Sen. Lovick calls for stricter blood-alcohol limit in Washington state KIRO News Radio By Gee Scott And Ursula Reutin Show January 3, 2023 Washington state Senator John Lovick is pushing to lower the legally-allotted blood-alcohol limit from 0.08% to 0.05% as part of his 2023 goal to make the state’s roads and streets safer […]
Drinking Habits That Age Your Brain Faster, Say Experts
Drinking Habits That Age Your Brain Faster, Say Experts Eat This, Eat That By Lindsay Tigar December 28, 2022 We only get one brain; anything we can do to fortify our brain’s health is an investment in our longevity. Having an agile mind that can grasp comprehension, retention, focus, and creativity will keep us feeling […]
What Percentage of Americans Drink Alcohol?
What Percentage of Americans Drink Alcohol? Gallup By Lydia Saad December 29, 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The percentage of U.S. adults aged 18 and older who say they drink alcohol averaged 63% over the past two years, whereas 36% described themselves as “total abstainers.” The drinking rate ticks up to 65% when narrowed to adults […]
The Critical Community Voice
The Critical Community Voice Public Action Management By Pamela S. Erickson December 27, 2022 How important is mobilizing the community voices when there is a problem with alcohol? It can be critical! In fact, it is unlikely that change will happen without the public saying there is a problem and we want a solution. A […]
MI: People often don’t think about it, but health consequences of alcohol use can be deadly
MI: People often don’t think about it, but health consequences of alcohol use can be deadly MLive By Danielle Salisbury December 27, 2022 One of the most popular party nights of the year is fast approaching and chances are good adults will be sipping something other than hot chocolate. It happens at any gathering, really, […]
There’s An Easy Strategy to Reduce Alcohol Intake, Scientists Say, And It Works
There’s An Easy Strategy to Reduce Alcohol Intake, Scientists Say, And It Works Source: https://www.sciencealert.com/ December 26, 2022 Researchers have found an effective method of getting people to drink less alcohol: Highlight the increased risk of cancer that comes with imbibing and pair that with counting each and every drink. This particular combo of ‘why […]
MI: Safety, moderation urged when alcohol is part of celebrations
MI: Safety, moderation urged when alcohol is part of celebrations The Daily News December 21, 2022 With holidays coming up soon, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission has a few words of caution for those who plan to include alcohol in their celebrations: Do it in moderation and never drink and drive. And make sure minor […]
Why do so many drug and alcohol addicts relapse? The answers are complex
Why do so many drug and alcohol addicts relapse? The answers are complex Source: https://www.theguardian.com/ December 12, 2022 It’s important for patients to know past relapses don’t define you, and ongoing help from professionals and friends is critical to recovery The modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health issues they are seeing […]