Smokers often reach for both cigarettes and alcohol at the same time. This is a well-known fact. However, the influence of e-cigarette rules on tobacco and alcohol use in the US is still a mystery. This study tried to figure out how different factors, like taxes, smoking bans in public places, and the availability of flavored e-cigarettes, affect how much tobacco peo...
Picture this: a bunch of people taking snaps of their drinking scenes. This isn't just about having fun. It's about understanding why and how people drink. Researchers wanted to figure out what makes people drink more than they should. They looked at different situations and settings where people drink. They came up with a cool idea called the SPAIS framework. ...
Dupilumab is a medication used to treat certain skin conditions. It can cause some unexpected side effects. Two people experienced something unusual after taking Dupilumab and drinking alcohol. Their faces turned red, a condition known as facial flushing. This isn't a common side effect, but it's important to be aware of it. Facial flushing is not typically associat...
The COVID-19 pandemic brought a lot of changes, including how people coped with stress. In Brazil, during the lockdowns, women turned to alcohol more often than men. This wasn't just happening in Brazil, but all over the world. People were drinking more, and for women, this had some serious health consequences. It's important to note that alcohol use can be a way to...
East Asian men are often seen knocking back a drink or two after a intense run or workout. But does that post-run beer or cocktail help or hurt muscle recovery? Muscles are always recovering after exercise and it is normal to feel soreness. The question here is how does alcohol affect that? We wanted to figure out how alcohol affects muscle strength and how you fe...
Dry January is becoming a big deal, with nearly one-third of Americans planning to skip or cut back on alcohol. New Hampshire restaurants are taking note and finding ways to adapt. The New Hampshire Liquor Commission has even jumped in, calling January "Mocktail Month. " Seventy businesses are offering non-alcoholic drinks, with recipes to turn them into cocktails. ...
Ever wondered how that daily glass of wine affects your health? Well, a recent review by a scientific panel has some interesting insights. For both men and women, even just one alcoholic drink a day can raise the risk of liver cirrhosis, esophageal cancer, and oral cancer. Women especially need to watch out, as they have a higher risk of liver cancer at this level of...
Drinking alcohol is deeply ingrained in Australian culture. About 77% of Australians consume it, often more than recommended limits. But did you know that alcohol can increase your risk of getting cancer? Oncologists have known this for years, but it's not something most people talk about. A big study in Australia found that the more you drink, the higher your chanc...
In the past, a glass of wine was seen as healthy and classy. But now, research shows alcohol isn't so great for you. What does this mean for your happy hour? Alcohol use has been on a steady decline among many people due to health concerns, sleep issues, and the realization that you don't need to drink to socialize. The US surgeon general's recent advice to add can...
As restaurants grapple with rising costs and declining sales, a new warning from the U. S. surgeon general could further strain their profits. The warning highlights the link between alcohol and cancer, coming at a time when many Americans are cutting back on dining out due to inflation. According to the National Restaurant Association, sales have dropped by 1. 7 per...