Alcohol abuse more likely after bariatric surgery, says study
20 December | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Gastric bypass or Roux-en-Y is one of the most widespread types of weight-loss surgeries in the United States of America. Surgeons resort to this surgery […]
Risky cocktails – 4: Alcohol and prescription drugs
07 August | 0 Comments | By Rachael
The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reported in 2015 that nearly 6.4 million people misused psychotherapeutic drugs (combination of pain relievers, tranquilizers, stimulants, […]
Risky cocktails – 3: Alcohol and heroin
03 August | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Heroin is an illegal opiate painkiller, which is extracted from morphine, a derivative of the opium poppy plant. It is known by different street names […]
Risky cocktails – 2: Alcohol and cocaine
31 July | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Cocaine is an intense stimulant drug that delivers a feeling of pleasure, increased energy and talkativeness. Those who tend to use it for a prolonged […]
Risky cocktails – 1: Alcohol and marijuana
27 July | 0 Comments | By Rachael
The desire to get temporary pleasure and enjoy the feeling of being high often push people to get curious about mixing drinks. Alcohol is the […]
Look out for warning signs of problem drinking
09 June | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can develop due to several reasons that provoke one for drinking. Several other factors, such as genetics, emotional health and the […]
Myths about hangovers
29 May | 0 Comments | By Rachael
As the sun goes down, it is quite natural for the senses to start tickling for a shot. People in the spirit of celebration often […]
Study reveals surprising link between athletics and addiction
23 May | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Sportsmen, under the burden of expectations from their followers, managers and their own self, have the pressure to not only maintain but also improvise their […]
Even moderate drinking poses health risks
26 April | 0 Comments | By Rachael
Many people believe that little alcohol can do one no harm. The poet Omar Khayyam once said “Drink wine. This is life eternal.” In France, […]
Factors affecting alcohol consumption and alcohol-related harm – Part 4: Socioeconomic status and cultural context
22 March | 0 Comments | By Rachael
According to several surveys and mortality studies based on the factors that contribute to alcohol-related harm, especially within the developed countries, people from higher socioeconomic […]