News tagged with alcohol poisoning


More than one of every three Hoosiers who drink alcohol admits to bingeing, study finds

More than a third of the adult population in Indiana who consume alcohol admit to regular binge drinking, a habit that may cause severe neurological and physiological damage, says a new report from Ball State University.

Addiction created Jan 11, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Czech authorities ban liquor after 19 poisoned

The Czech health minister has placed a total ban on the sale of liquor with over 20 percent alcohol, following 19 deaths attributed to methanol poisoning from bootleg spirits.

Health created Sep 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 2

Immune system protein could explain pancreatitis

It is likely that the protein is also highly significant for other inflammatory diseases.

Immunology created Aug 31, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

'Substantial variation' in stocks of essential antidotes at UK hospitals

There is "substantial variation" in the stocks of essential antidotes used to treat various types of life threatening poisoning incidents in UK acute hospitals, finds research published online in Emergency Medicine Journal.

Other created Aug 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

'Drunkorexia:' A recipe for disaster

It is well known that eating disorders are common among teens and college students. Heavy alcohol consumption is another well-known unhealthy habit of this age group. A new study from the University of Missouri shows that ...

Health created Oct 17, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Health data can help address alcohol-related harm in youth

Administrative information can be useful for surveillance and understanding of alcohol-related harm in young people, states an article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).

Health created Jun 13, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0