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Alcohol remains the most commonly used substance among youth, yet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) have historically lacked explicit guidance on its risks for children and adolescents. Witho...

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Consuming alcohol, even in moderate amounts, is associated with health harms, but participating in “Dry January” and using other strategies can help limit them

A new major federal report says having more than seven drinks per week carries a 1 in 1,000 risk of dying from alcohol use.

State Medicaid organizations must encourage clinicians to prioritize firearm injury prevention.

No shirt, no shoes, no wound care? A bill proposing a ban on mobile services runs counter to best health care practices, writes street wound care nurse and researcher Eleanor Turi.

Alcohol’s privileged status keeps it safe from scrutiny.

The alcohol industry relies on the myth of “responsible enjoyment” to downplay its products’ risks while spreading misinformation to stifle regulation.