If you or a loved one struggle with drinking and want to quit, you are not alone. Drug and alcohol use has been increasing during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving many people unsure...
There are many misconceptions about alcoholism that make it sound like an alcoholic is an easy person to spot, however, many alcoholics function effectively and lead relatively normal lives. These...
Many people turn to alcohol use in an attempt to ease uncomfortable feelings that stem from anxiety. In fact, in a recent study by The Recovery Village, 44% of respondents reported using alcohol to...
Drinking more than three drinks in a single sitting will temporarily cause your blood pressure to rise, but extended binge drinking or regular alcohol consumption can cause a permanent increase in blood pressure. Below...
Alcohol abuse and addiction have damaging outcomes for Coloradans and people in every corner of the country. Alcohol use disorder is a serious condition that often requires a concerted treatment...
Wet brain, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome caused by alcohol, has many side effects. If it is not properly treated early, it can cause permanent brain damage. Wet brain, or wet brain...
Hydrocodone is a painkiller in many prescription medications like Vicodin and Norco. Taking hydrocodone with alcohol can be a dangerous or even deadly combination for many people because both hydrocodone and alcohol...
Wearing a diabetes ID bracelet can let people know that you might need help if you have low blood sugar. An estimated one-third of people born after 2000 will develop diabetes at...
Nearly 70% of people in the U.S. consumed alcohol last year, and though many people do so responsibly, almost 15 million people had an alcohol use disorder in 2019 alone. Alcohol abuse, addiction and...
If you use alcohol every day, a life without drinking can be hard to imagine. However, stopping the use of alcohol can provide many benefits for your health as well as your...