Tag: alcohol

A Little Wine with Dinner? The Surprising Risks for Older Drinkers

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

Tackling Alcohol Harms with a Community Approach

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

The Link Between Campus Traditions and Event-Specific Drinking

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

Enhancing Treatment Accessibility for Problematic Alcohol Use: Same Old Story

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