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 is that our brains have
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 promote prevention measures. However, to
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 came to alcohol. “Social connection
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 prevent drunk driving and promote
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 in a good way. Women’s
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 is conducted every other year
