New study calls for rethink on alcohol policy
New study calls for rethink on alcohol policy Medical Xpress by Staffordshire University | edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Andrew Zinin June 25, 2025 Policymakers and drinkers are speaking different languages when it comes to alcohol consumption, according to new research. A new study by a team of psychologists, linguists and policy experts from the University of Staffordshire, University of […]
Alcohol Use Disorder Harms the Brain’s Immune System Earlier in Women
Alcohol Use Disorder Harms the Brain’s Immune System Earlier in Women Yale School of Medicine By Isabella Backman June 12, 2025 The immune system is the body’s protector. Following the detection of a potential threat, such as a bacterial or viral infection, a healthy immune system will attack the foreign invader. What many people don’t realize […]
Europe: Working together to promote a better and healthier drinking culture in Europe
Europe: Working together to promote a better and healthier drinking culture in Europe Euronews By Herv Dumesny, Director General ad interim of spiritsEUROPE June 13, 2025 Across the EU, discussions are taking place in various fora as to how best to address harmful alcohol consumption as part of broader efforts to improve public health and […]
Students often overestimate how much alcohol their peers drink-study shows how to reduce risk
Students often overestimate how much alcohol their peers drink-study shows how to reduce risk Medical Xpress by University of Texas at Arlington edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan May 21, 2025 Growing up in a close-knit community in Ghana, Joshua Awua saw firsthand how strong social bonds could also bring pressure to fit in-especially when it […]
Responsibility.org Encourages Road Safety This Summer with New Campaign “Get There Responsibly: On the Road to End Drunk Driving”
Responsibility.org Encourages Road Safety This Summer with New Campaign “Get There Responsibly: On the Road to End Drunk Driving” Responsibility.org May 21, 2025 As Memorial Day approaches and kicks off the unofficial start of summer, it is crucial to be vigilant, safe, and respectful of the laws on the nation’s roadways. Through mission-driven efforts to […]
Some women may need to rethink their relationship with alcohol
Some women may need to rethink their relationship with alcohol Escalon Times Dr. Lisa Saul, UnitedHealthcare May 14, 2025 If you’ve ever enjoyed a glass of wine to unwind after a long day or shared cocktails with friends, you’re not alone. But here’s something you might not know: alcohol affects women differently than men-and not […]
IL: U of I study finds alcohol use by Illinois teens double the national average
IL: U of I study finds alcohol use by Illinois teens double the national average WCIA.com By Molly Sweeney May 8, 2025 CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) – A study conducted by the Center for Prevention Research and Development at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has found “troubling new trends” in alcohol and drug use among Illinois teens. The study […]
Happy hour? Understanding the impact of alcohol in the workplace
Happy hour? Understanding the impact of alcohol in the workplace The Triangle Business Journal By Caroline Barnhill for Department of Mental Health, NCDHHS May 9, 2025 In many workplaces, alcohol is embedded in company culture. From weekly happy hours to beer carts and kegs on tap, businesses – especially in the Triangle’s tech and startup scene […]
Why Alcohol Hits Women Harder
Why Alcohol Hits Women Harder Neuroscience News May 4, 2025 Summary: Alcohol use among women has surged to match men’s rates, but women face far greater health risks even at lower consumption levels. A growing body of research is uncovering key neurobiological sex differences that influence why and how women drink, with stress being a more […]
Why You Rarely See Fast Food Chains Serving Alcohol
Why You Rarely See Fast Food Chains Serving Alcohol Daily Meal By Bobby Lewis May 6, 2025 Selling alcohol can be an attractive option for all sorts of restaurants looking to boost their profits. But this doesn’t often translate to fast food restaurants in the United States. A large part of the reason is due to […]