Adolescents who drink weekly before age 17 are two to three times more likely to binge drink, drink drive, and be dependent on alcohol in adulthood compared with peers who don't drink, a study of 9000 adolescents across Australia ...
Jul 11, 2018
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Children who get a taste of their parents' wine now and then may be more likely than their peers to start drinking by high school, according to a new report in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.
Mar 31, 2015
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As the festive season gears up, new research from The Australian National University has found Australians don't know, and 'wildly underestimate' guidelines for responsible drinking.
Dec 23, 2019
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It is well known that chronic drinking is associated with an increased incidence and severity of respiratory infections. Previous research had demonstrated that an increase in disease severity to influenza virus (IAV) infections ...
Aug 26, 2014
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Research conducted by public health experts at Wits University and their associates worldwide has explored how multinational global corporations that sell sugar sweetened beverages and fast foods undermine health, and have ...
Jan 9, 2018
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A study analysing a controversial 'Stop out of Control Drinking' campaign in Ireland has found that its promotion of "responsible drinking" could actually undermine public health.
Sep 29, 2016
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While it may be tempting to drink more while quarantined at home, a Loyola Medicine doctor is urging moderation, as too much alcohol can diminish the body's ability to fight off infections like COVID-19.
Apr 3, 2020
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Consuming caffeinated or sugary drinks can affect the body's metabolism, causing changes in heart and respiratory rate and weight gain. The results of a new study exploring whether individuals respond differently to caffeinated ...
Dec 16, 2014
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RMIT University researchers have studied thousands of alcohol drinkers to reveal four "drinking types", in a project funded by VicHealth.
Nov 6, 2013
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Researchers found the secret to getting college students to drink responsibly is convincing them it will quickly improve their health, relationships and grades. However, sustaining responsible drinking behavior takes a comprehensive ...
Jul 16, 2018
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