Alcohol consumption might be riskier to the heart than previously thought, study reveals

Alcohol consumption might be riskier to the heart than previously thought, study reveals

A recent study conducted by the scientists of Ireland revealed that levels of alcohol consumption currently considered safe by some countries are linked with the development of heart failure. The findings of the study were published in the journal, ‘Cardiology’ recently. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Union is the heaviest-drinking region … Read more

Pandemic Boosted Drinking Among Americans Over 50

Pandemic Boosted Drinking Among Americans Over 50

By Robert PreidtHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 10, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Drinking rose among older Americans during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that could put their health at risk, claim researchers behind a new poll. “As we all toast the end of the worst part of the pandemic in our country, it’s important … Read more

Alcohol-Linked Deaths Spike in Rural America

Alcohol-Linked Deaths Spike in Rural America

THURSDAY, Oct. 1, 2020 (HealthDay News) — In rural America, drinking has become particularly deadly for many, a new government report shows. Deaths related to alcohol use in those regions rose 43% between 2006 and 2018, health officials reported. Over that time, the rate of deaths went from 11 per 100,000 people to … Read more