Alcohol misuse can happen in stages. These stages may lead to alcohol use disorder in some people. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a condition that is characterized by the inability to control or stop ...

TAMPA BAY, Fla (BLOOM) – Alcohol consumption is a pervasive aspect of social life, but it can carry significant risks when consumed in excess or used as a coping mechanism. The nuances of binge ...

Drinking alcohol poses various health and safety risks for older adults, such as exacerbating balance problems and increasing fall risk. This is due in part to the physical effects of aging. Having a ...

The leading preventable cause of death in the United States is tobacco and second is poor diet and physical inactivity. Care to guess what comes in third? You can’t be faulted if you guessed opioids ...

Kentucky colleges launch initiative to reduce drug and alcohol abuse on campus. Several Kentucky universities and colleges have come together with the Kentucky Distillers Association for the launch of ...

Health problems arising from alcohol and deaths that result from misuse of alcohol are rising in America, particularly among women. In fact, research has shown that a striking 20 percent of all deaths ...

It’s long been known that no amount of alcohol is good for the body — and now new research spotlights the potential harm it can cause. More than 5% of all cancer cases are caused by drinking alcohol, ...

The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will convene an ad hoc committee to prepare an assessment that will inform public policies concerning the possession and consumption of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Patricia writes about family law and tips for female lawyers. “According to the National Center on Substance Abuse and Child ...

Alcohol can trigger migraine headaches in some people. To prevent an alcohol-related migraine headache, try sipping your drink slowly or avoiding triggers. Many people have experienced a headache ...