Heavy Drinking in Middle Age May Speed Memory Loss for Men
2014-01-15
Study found those consuming at least 2.5 drinks daily showed mental decline earlier than lighter drinkersContinue Reading
Students Smoke Weed Despite Drug Testing at Schools, Study Finds
2014-01-13
Such policies don’t seem to work as well as setting clear rules, fostering respect between kids and teachersContinue Reading
Cancer Prevention Guidelines Seem to Pay Off for Older Women
2014-01-08
Large study found adherents were less likely to develop or die from diseaseContinue Reading
CDC: Docs Aren’t Doing Enough to Discourage Problem Drinking
2014-01-07
Only 1 in 6 adults says a doctor or health professional has discussed alcohol use with them, report findsContinue Reading
Avoiding That New Year’s Hangover
2013-12-31
Drink in moderation and eat beforehand, doctor saysContinue Reading
Secure Your Prescription Drugs When Hosting Holiday Parties: Experts
2013-12-27
Some guests might be tempted by easy access to medicinesContinue Reading
Substance-Abuse Treatment Often Tough to Find for Medicaid Patients
2013-12-26
Study found wider access gaps in South and Midwest, and among blacksContinue Reading
Drunk Driving Can Make Holiday Season Deadly
2013-12-23
U.S. agencies countering with roadside detection, ignition-lock laws, new blood-alcohol technologyContinue Reading
James Bond’s Dirty Little Spy Secret: He’s an Alcoholic
2013-12-13
Study claims rate of boozing would make him too addled to pursue villains, womenContinue Reading
Kids’ Social Skills May Suffer When Mothers Drink During Pregnancy
2013-12-11
Study suggests effect on children’s brains goes beyond intelligenceContinue Reading
State Laws Can Help Curb Binge Drinking, Study Says
2013-12-10
Strong enforcement of alcohol-control policies may prevent many drinking-related problemsContinue Reading
Pot Smoking in Pregnancy Tied to Stillbirth Risk
2013-12-09
Finding may gain significance as legalization spreads across U.S., study author says
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Study Challenges Myths About Frequent ER Users
2013-12-06
They’re likely to have chronic health conditions, rather than mental illness or substance abuse, authors sayContinue Reading
Heavy Drinking Can Dry Up a Marriage If One Spouse Abstains
2013-11-29
But divorce rate no higher when both overindulge, study findsContinue Reading