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Researchers uncover link between weight loss drugs and alcohol intake: ‘Its importance cannot be overstated’

Alcoholics given semaglutide reduced alcohol consumption, had fewer heavy drinking days and saw a reduction in alcohol cravings

The Independent UK

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol

The Independent UK

From capri pants to padel rackets: 43 ways to celebrate bank holiday weekend

Secateurs, pizza ovens and sparkling rose in a tin … whatever your plans for the long weekend, here’s how to make the most of it

The Guardian - UK

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Alcohol Can Intensify the Effects of Dozens of Medications, With Even Small Amounts Increasing Side Effects

A single drink might seem harmless, but alcohol acts like a wildcard when it meets medication in the body. It can speed up how drugs hit the bloodstream or slow down how the body clears them out. That shift can turn a standard dose into something far more intense than…

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These 11 cancers are rising in younger adults in England, but lifestyle does not fully explain why

Well-known risk factors such as smoking, alcohol use, diet, and physical activity have not been increasing among younger adults in recent decades, except for obesity. But researchers say that alone cannot fully explain the rise of cancer among young adults.

Euronews

Raise tax on alcohol and junk food to cut deaths from liver disease, experts say

Report calls for tough action to combat ‘escalating and unsustainable burden’ of liver-related problems in Europe

The Guardian - UK

Erling Haaland feels the heat in Norway for ‘tragic’ World Cup beer commercial

Erling Haaland’s collaboration with a leading American beer brand has caused a backlash in his native Norway, where alcohol advertising is banned

The Guardian - UK

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High Blood Pressure Prevention: Healthy Habits to Lower Your Risk and Protect Heart Health

High blood pressure prevention tips with diet, exercise, stress control, and heart health habits to lower blood pressure naturally and reduce risk.

Medical Daily

Australia’s use of methamphetamine has doubled in a decade, wastewater monitoring reveals

Consumption is at a record high along with that of cocaine, Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission figures show

The Guardian - AU

British teenager killed by speedboat while snorkelling on round-the-world trip, inquest told

Conflicting evidence was heard over the speed of the boat that hit Eddie

The Independent UK

Foods That Can Poison Your Dog- What Every Owner Must Know

It is one of the most common and heartbreaking mistakes pet owners make. A small bite shared from the table, a treat given with love, or something accidentally dropped on the floor. For humans, these foods are everyday items. For dogs, they can trigger reactions that range from mild discomfort…

Times Pets

Arson kingpins hunted as potential grog war fires up

Police have thrown extra resources at tracking down those "pulling the strings" of repeated attacks on inner-city hospitality venues.

AAP

Hannah Spencer riles fellow MPs with attack on parliament’s drinking culture

Byelection winner Hannah Spencer says ‘you can smell the alcohol when people are in-between votes’

The Guardian - UK

Female guests who grabbed wine and champagne after WHCA dinner shooting draw mixed and fiery reactions

Fleeing attendees who stopped to pick up abandoned bottles of alcohol from vacant tables variously cheered for their relatable opportunism and condemned as ‘looters’

The Independent UK

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The Conversation

Claim check: does your pint of beer really come with a ‘surprising health benefit’?

Beer could come with a “surprising health benefit”, according to a new report from the BBC. This must be pleasing news for beer drinkers everywhere. But what did the new study the BBC report was based on actually say? And does it stand up to scrutiny?

Medical Daily

How Does Alcohol Cause Blackouts? Brain Effects, Memory Loss, and Warning Signs Explained

Alcohol blackouts explained with brain effects, memory loss causes, warning signs, and prevention tips to protect health and reduce blackout drinking risks.

Medical Daily

What Doctors Really Mean by 'Risk Factors' — And Which Ones You Can Actually Change

Discover what doctors really mean by risk factors, from modifiable lifestyle habits to non‑modifiable traits and medical factors, and learn which risks you can actually change.

The Conversation

Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research

Most people know the basics of healthy living that become more important as you grow older: Eat plenty of vegetables, exercise regularly, sleep well, have a social life, limit your alcohol consumption and don’t smoke.

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The Independent UK

John Robins shares moment he realised he was an alcoholic: ‘Lou Sanders said I needed help’

Comedian, 43, gave up alcohol in 2023 and opens up about his struggle with addiction in new book

The Guardian - UK

‘I wanted alcohol to take me to a place where I was not’: comedian John Robins on the moment he realised he had a drinking problem

For most of his life, John Robins assumed he got more out of alcohol than it took from him. Now he knows it was the other way round

International Business Times UK

Kash Patel's Arrest History of Intoxication and Urination Emerges as Allies Work Double Time to Deny Allegations of Heavy Drinking

Kash Patel's past alcohol-related arrests have resurfaced, raising questions about his suitability as FBI Director. The controversy has led to a lawsuit and a congressional investigation.

Euronews

Beer may contain more vitamin B6 than scientists previously thought

A new study suggests that a pint fo beer contains a surprisingly meaningful amount of vitamin B6 – and that an alcohol-free version may actually be one of the better options for getting it.

International Business Times UK

Kash Patel's University Arrest for Public Intoxication and Urination Resurfaces After He Denied Ever Being Drunk on the Job

Kash Patel faces scrutiny over past alcohol-related arrests amid new allegations of drinking on the job. He denies the claims and has filed a defamation lawsuit against a publication.

The Independent UK

Surprising link found between alcohol use in kids and how much time they spend on social media

‘These findings suggest that social media environments may play a role in exposure to alcohol-related content and behaviors,’ one researcher said

The Guardian - US

US gambling addiction is ‘out of control’ as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

The gambling crisis ‘demands a public health response’ and should be regulated like alcohol or tobacco, expert says

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