Alcohol Abuse

How to get over a Diwali party hangover with tips backed by science

Happily, science can help you deal with the effects of a hangover quickly and efficiently.

Game of Thrones actor Kit Harington checks into wellness retreat after end of HBO series

A representative for Kit Harington said Tuesday the British actor was utilizing a post-Game of Thrones break in his schedule to spend time at the facility

Hold my beer: Alcohol that could offer all the fun of drinking without the dangers?

A scientist named David Nutt has developed a synthetic alcohol substitute he calls Alcarelle.

Father of two jailed in France for feeding children only cakes, Coca-Cola while spending welfare money on alcohol

The father, who was described as violent towards his wife and children, was jailed for three months Wednesday in Limoges, central France. The eldest boy had to have seven sugar-rotten teeth removed, and the second does not speak

Excessive alcohol use during adolescence may disrupt brain development: Study

Excessive alcohol use during adolescence may disrupt the development of brain and increase the risk of substance use disorder later in life, a new study has warned.

Ian Thorpe's management deny reports that he's in rehab

"Ian is not in rehab. Ian was in hospital for an operation on his shoulder and is pleased to let his friends and fans know that he is now out of hospital and on the mend," Thorpe's management company, SEL, said in a statement Friday.

Love your alcohol? You may end up with Alzheimer's

Light to moderate alcohol consumption has generally been considered to have some health benefits, including possibly reducing risk of cognitive decline.