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Alcoholism

Heavy Drinking in Pregnancy Linked to Host of Problems in Children

Even in kids without fetal alcohol syndrome, study found higher risk for mental abnormalities

July 23, 2012read on->

Alcohol Poses Serious Risks for Those With Diabetes

If you drink, diabetes association recommends having a snack at the same time

July 20, 2012read on->

The Health Benefits, and Risks, of Alcohol

Moderate consumption may help the heart, but perils also exist

July 20, 2012read on->

1 in 13 Pregnant Women Drinks, CDC Says

Binge drinking also a problem among a small minority of moms-to-be, new study finds

July 19, 2012read on->

Alcohol May Not Be Kind to the Aging Brain

Studies suggest potential problems, like memory issues, but don’t prove a link

July 18, 2012read on->

Money Woes Weaken the Institution of Marriage: Study

Poverty, alcohol and drugs — not lack of values — affect whether people get married or divorced

July 12, 2012read on->

Ladies, Drink to Your (Bone) Health

Alcohol may help prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, researchers say

July 11, 2012read on->

Moderate Drinking May Cut Women’s Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Study

More than 3 weekly glasses of beer, wine or liquor halved risk of the autoimmune disease

July 11, 2012read on->

Aging Boomers’ Mental Health Woes Will Swamp Health System: Report

U.S. not equipped to handle growing number of seniors with mental health, substance use issues, researchers say

July 10, 2012read on->

40 Million Americans Addicted to Cigarettes, Alcohol or Drugs

About 16 percent of Americans aged 12 and older are hooked

June 28, 2012read on->

Red Wine, Weather May Trigger Migraines

Studies found certain wine varieties, cold outdoor temperatures had strongest effects

June 23, 2012read on->

‘Moderate’ Drinking During Pregnancy Has No Effect on Young Children: Study

But experts caution that the results are no green light for moms-to-be to drink

June 20, 2012read on->

Some May Drink More After Weight-Loss Surgery: Study

It’s not clear whether gastric procedures boost the risk

June 18, 2012read on->

State Laws Cut Teen Drinking and Driving, Large Study Shows

Graduated licensing and use-alcohol-and-lose laws have made a big difference

June 15, 2012read on->

Heavy Drinking, Smoking Won’t Harm Men’s Sperm: Study

But the data should not give would-be dads the green light to pursue unhealthy lifestyles, experts say

June 13, 2012read on->

Depressed Teens Who Respond to Treatment Less Likely to Abuse Drugs

Improvement within 12 weeks is a positive sign, study finds

June 7, 2012read on->

No Progress in Reducing U.S. Motorcycle Deaths: Report

Recommendations include more helmet use, encouraging all drivers to share the road

May 22, 2012read on->

Injury-Linked Deaths Vary Widely Among States

Report finds too few states require proven safety policies that would save lives

May 22, 2012read on->

Underage Drinkers Can Easily Order Alcohol From the Internet

Study found young online buyers were successful nearly half the time

May 18, 2012read on->

Many Women Still Smoke During Pregnancy

New study finds white moms-to-be are more likely to light up than blacks, Hispanics

May 10, 2012read on->