Cardiometabolic Disease Risk Factors Among Drug Users
Researchers used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009-2018 to assess the impact of drug and alcohol use on cardiometabolic disease risk factors.
Alcohol-Use Disorder
Insomnia and Alcohol Consumption Linked to ADHD Symptoms
Among adults without a clinical diagnosis of ADHD, heavy alcohol use predicted more severe ADHD symptoms.
Alcohol Consumption Worsens Global Burden of Disease
Alcohol-attributable death rates were highest in Eastern Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, and countries with low human development indices (HDIs). Across countries, alcohol use disproportionately affected young people and men.
2011 to 2017 Saw Increase in Binge Drinks Per Binge Drinker
Largest percentage increases seen for those without high school diploma, household income under $25,000.
Stepped Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder Studied in HIV Patients
Gradually increasing intensity of treatment reduces alcohol intake and improves HIV status.
Treatment Rates Low for Parents With Opioid Use Disorder
Many parents with opioid, substance use disorder are living with children; treatment rates are low.
Alcohol Consumption Per Capita Increasing Among Adults
By 2030, prevalence of current drinking set to increase to 50%.
One in Three US Adults Aged 35 to 44 May Have Drinking Problem
Adults in their mid-30s to 40s are drinking too much too often.
Epidemiological Evidence Does Not Support Protective Effects of Alcohol for Stroke
Findings from this genetic epidemiological study do not support the protective effects of moderate alcohol consumption on stroke when compared with no alcohol consumption.
Gender Gap Seen in Accessing Alcohol Treatment With Cirrhosis
Women less likely to be treated than men; treatment visit, medication tied to improved 1-year outcomes.
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