Alcohol Abuse And Alcoholism in the News

Health care overhaul adds addiction services
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Only about 10 percent of the 23 million Americans with alcohol or drug problems now receive treatment, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Shame and stigma are part of the reason but about a quarter of … In Minnesota, which has …
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Cirrhosis not always due to alcohol abuse
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The most common causes of cirrhosis in the U.S. and Canada now are hepatitis C, alcohol abuse and fatty liver. All kinds of cirrhosis are worsened by exposure to alcohol, so being a never-drinker is good for you. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is …
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Turning outrage into action
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Not everyone who drinks and drives has the disease of alcoholism, but for those who do, treatment can be lifesaving. Getting more serious about the impact of alcohol abuse comes with a responsibility to vet treatment programs and to make sure they are …
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Yovani Gallardo's DUI: Baseball loves a drunk
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The truth is, MLB's lack of a disciplinary response to alcohol abuse and related violations of the law lies somewhere between an oversight and misplaced indulgence for a substance that baseball has always tolerated. Today we think of managers as the …
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Living with Diabetes doesn’t mean you stop enjoying life. Get strategies to help you celebrate all year long. Related Videos: Diabetes and Alcohol | HealthiN…

 

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