https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaeLKhRnkhQ&list=PLje2K9vA6itfMDb1dTryiImp9o3SzgLfu Note: It is possible to appreciate (or not) these songs without consuming alcohol. It is interesting to observe how many of them decribe using alcohol as a way to soothe the discomfort of a personal trauma or … [Read more...] about [music] Alcohol-related music playlist
UK alcohol rehabs let down older people
Three out of four residential alcohol treatment facilities exclude older adults by imposing an age limit, while lack of disabled access often creates physical barriers. Some older adults found living with younger residents was enriching, while others found the “generation gap” more of a challenge, … [Read more...] about UK alcohol rehabs let down older people
Bottoms up! Four-legged friends included in Tesco’s alcohol-free drinks range
The UK's Tesco supermarket is adding the pet-centric Pawsecco and Bottom Sniffer beer to its alcohol-free range this week, so allowing four-legged friends to join the alcohol-free party. It describes Pawsecco as a "non-alcoholic, non-carbonated grape-free ‘wine’ drink containing a blend of … [Read more...] about Bottoms up! Four-legged friends included in Tesco’s alcohol-free drinks range
Alcohol abuse care cost £136 per person in NW Birmingham
Treating health issues related to alcohol abuse in northwest Birmingham costs the equivalent of £136 a year per resident, according to figures released earlier this month. The Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust said it spends over £72m a year dealing with the alcohol-related health … [Read more...] about Alcohol abuse care cost £136 per person in NW Birmingham
UPDATE: Canada’s Yukon to have world’s first alcohol cancer warning labels
The Yukon territory in Canada will be the first place in the world to trial the sale of alcoholic drinks carrying labels warning of an elevated risk of cancer (pictured). "Yukon has a chance to be a leader in Canada, as well as internationally, to demonstrate the potential benefits of labelling … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Canada’s Yukon to have world’s first alcohol cancer warning labels
[summary/comment] Do emotions related to alcohol consumption differ by alcohol type? | BMJ Open
Among 18-34s in 21 countries Nearly 30% respondents reported a relationship between spirits and aggression, significantly higher than other types of alcoholic drink Dependent drinkers rely on alcohol to obtain the positive emotions they associated with drinking, being five times more likely to … [Read more...] about [summary/comment] Do emotions related to alcohol consumption differ by alcohol type? | BMJ Open