Three in 10 adults drink at levels that put them at risk for developing alcoholism (pdf), liver disease and other problems. Approximately 18 million people in the U.S. suffer from the disease of alcoholism. Scary, right? If you are among the millions of Americans who drink … [Read more...]
Alcohol free weekend
This weekend is the National Alcohol Free Weekend (April 4 to April 6). The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence has issued a challenge for everyone to abstain from alcohol for a 3-day period. The main goal of this weekend is to set a good example for young adults; … [Read more...]
Saint Patrick’s Day: Alcohol and Your teeth
St. Patrick’s Day has a, well, let’s say a reputation. As a celebration of Irish pride, inhibitions are often thrown out the window in favor of a good time—one that typically involves alcohol. As much fun as St. Patrick’s Day can be, a long day of drinking can not only leave you … [Read more...]
