Researchers found changes to two genes in women who drank moderate to high levels of alcohol during pregnancy. Credits: Syani Mukherjee/Rutgers University-New Brunswick NEW BRUNSWICK –
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Study in rats suggests special occasion drinking during pregnancy may cause harm
by Julia Turan, The Physiological Society If you thought a glass or two of alcohol on special occasions was safe during pregnancy, think again. Research in
Science News: Brain cells that suppress drug cravings may be the secret to better addiction medicines
Date: September 9, 2019 Source: Scripps Research Institute Summary: Scientists have shed light on poorly understood brain mechanisms that suppress drug and alcohol cravings, uncovering
ScienceDaily: Fathers-to-be should avoid alcohol six months before conception
Source: European Society of Cardiology Summary: Aspiring parents should both avoid drinking alcohol prior to conception to protect against congenital heart defects. Aspiring parents should
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: Alcohol Policy Framework
Alcohol consumption is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in Canada. Nearly 15,000 deaths per year can be attributed to alcohol, and more hospitalizations
Russians are drinking less and living longer as a result: WHO
The World Health Organization attributes the country’s rise in life expectancy to people drinking less. Dulin / Getty Images Russia remains a nation of heavy drinkers, but