Alcohol addiction, also known as alcoholism, is a disease that affects people from all walks of life. Experts have tried to pinpoint factors like genetics, sex, race, or socioeconomics that may predispose someone to alcohol addiction. But it has no single cause. Psychological, genetic, and behavioral factors can all contribute to having the disease. One …
Each year, an estimated 95,000 Americans die from excessive alcohol use. That amounts to 261 deaths every single day. There is a difference between binge drinking and alcoholism. However, they’re both harmful and can both lead to otherwise preventable deaths. Research states that excessive drinking cost the US $249 billion dollars in 2010. On an …
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Ibuprofen is one of the most common forms of over-the-counter medications on the market. It’s usually taken to help reduce pain, inflammation, and fevers. It also goes by other brand names such as Advil and Motrin. What many people may not know is that ibuprofen shouldn’t be mixed with alcohol. Alcohol and ibuprofen can be …
Nearly half of Americans have hypertension or high blood pressure. There are several contributing factors, but alcohol consumption sets many at risk. Studies show a direct correlation between the amount someone drinks and the chances of developing high blood pressure. Does alcohol increase blood pressure? The short answer is yes. We also know that high …
Americans have a friendly relationship with blacking out. This can be seen in the box office smash The Hangover. A group of friends black out after a night of partying and hilarity ensues. The reality of blacking out isn’t a joke. At best, it ruins a memorable night. At its worst, it can kill a …
One of the most common substance addictions is to that of alcohol. This is partly because alcohol is so easily accessible. The fact that alcohol is often the first substance that people turn to when they want to celebrate or commiserate on their own failures also doesn’t help. Because consuming large amounts of alcohol slows …
Among one of the most preventable risk factors for cancer, alcohol consumption accounts for about 6% of all cancers in the United States. It also accounts for 4% of all cancer deaths in the US, the third-largest contributor to overall cancer deaths. The type of alcohol—wine, beer, or liquor—does not matter. The only way to …