Tag: alcohol
To kick off Dry January, let’s look at the impact of alcohol. Three million deaths and 131 million years of lost healthy life every year. This is the staggering global… Read More
The Hidden Dangers of Low-Risk Drinking When we think about alcohol and health, most of us picture a spectrum—on one end, the heavy drinkers at risk of all kinds of… Read More
Alcohol-related harms pose a severe threat to global health, particularly among young people. The alcohol industry is increasingly targeting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), exploiting vulnerabilities and contributing to a… Read More
So it’s St. Patrick’s Day. Public health practitioners and university administrators take note: the unique traditions of a college campus can significantly influence students’ drinking behaviors during specific events. This… Read More
Alcohol use is a leading cause of global disease and disability, yet many who need treatment for problematic alcohol use (PAU) don’t seek it. The reasons are complex, and understanding… Read More