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Alcohol’s disruptive effects on sleep may be more pronounced among women

Researchers have known for decades that alcohol can initially deepen sleep during the early part of the night but then…

15 years ago

Future medicines could suppress alcohol craving

Both alcohol consumption and the rewarding effects of alcohol could be reduced with medicines that raise glycine levels in the…

15 years ago

An estimated 709,000 youths age 12 to 14 currently drink alcohol in the U.S. – many get alcohol from family or home

More than 100,000 get it from a parent or guardian View full post on Health News

15 years ago

Tobacco sales to Indiana minors in annual inspection hit all-time low

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Tobacco product sales to teens assisting with the annual Tobacco Retailer Inspection Program (TRIP) in Indiana hit…

15 years ago

Sevens tournament shows alcohol’s ‘fervent’ presence in sport

Two days of Wellington sevens rugby television coverage included 935 depictions of logos and billboards promoting alcohol, a University researcher…

15 years ago

Kids with ADHD much more likely to develop substance abuse problems as they age

By Stuart Wolpert - Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder are two to three times more likely than children without the…

15 years ago

Sharp Rise in Street Drug Use Among Stroke Patients, Study Shows

CINCINNATI—While smoking and alcohol use remained relatively stable over a 13-year study period, street drug use among stroke patients rose…

15 years ago

Key Role Proposed for Pediatricians in Curbing Tobacco Use

New Rochelle, NY - Nicotine addiction usually begins during the critical teenage years, and pediatric healthcare professionals can play a…

15 years ago

Evidence mounting on the harms of alcohol industry sponsorship of sport

While policy makers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand debate whether alcohol advertising and sponsorship should be banned…

15 years ago

Be smart – enjoy alcohol sensibly during this year’s Six Nations

The Six Nations provides the opportunity to enjoy the thrill of great rugby with family and friends however, the Public…

15 years ago

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