Holiday season sees spike in impaired driving-alcohol isn’t the only culprit, expert says Medical Xpress By Chelsea Seeber, Virginia Tech edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin December is one of the deadliest months for impaired driving; and according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 2022, December drunken driving rates were at their highest in 15 years. Miguel Perez, head

Seasonal rises in alcohol-related harm and violence against women Public Health Communication Centre By: Lizzie Barratt, Debbie Hager December 9, 2025 Summary The summer holidays should be a time for rest, celebration, and connection. But every year, increased alcohol consumption contributes to spikes in violence overwhelmingly inflicted by men against women, children, and young people. The gendered links between alcohol,

MT: Montana Rolls out Mobile ID Program (excerpt) DailyFly By Micah Drew, Daily Montanan September 7, 2025 MONTANA – The state of Montana has taken the next step in allowing technologically savvy residents to simplify their wallets – not only can you pay with a single tap, you can also verify your identity. Montana’s Motor Vehicle Division announced on Aug. 19

Alcohol Use, Sober Curiosity, And Recovery In College Mental Health Forbes By Eric Wood, Contributor (Dr. Eric Wood writes about college mental health and emerging adults) August 1, 2025 Before the start of each academic year in higher education, there appears to be questions from incoming students and their families about how much do college students drink alcohol. According to the 2023

Heavy Alcohol Use Linked to Higher Pregnancy Risk Among Those Most Wanting to Avoid Pregnancy Medscape Edited by Lora McGlade August 1, 2025 Heavy drinking increases pregnancy risk by 51% among those most wanting to avoid conception. Cannabis use shows similar elevated desire to avoid pregnancy but does not significantly impact pregnancy outcomes. METHODOLOGY: Researchers conducted a longitudinal cohort study

What Is The Legal Age Of Drinking Alcohol In World’s 20 Most Powerful Countries? Each countries have its legal drinking age. These age limits are shaped by each nation’s public health priorities, cultural values and efforts to protect young adults from alcohol-related harms. Here is the list of the world’s 20 most powerful countries and the legal age of drinking