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The American Heart Association report runs contrary to recent studies — and the group’s own guidelines — that found any amount of alcohol to be harmful.

Researchers at Saint Louis University School of Medicine say deaths from alcohol-related liver disease have surged in recent ...

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The categorization of “alcoholism” has changed over time. Recognizing alcohol use disorder as a mental health condition facilitates more empathetic and effective treatment, including therapy and group ...

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While research on alcohol is evolving, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. If you have Crohn’s disease, you may hesitate before ...