Month: April 2020

Health Care Group Warns of Increased Alcohol Consumption During Pandemic

Researchers Warn of Effect Unhealthy Drinking Has During COVID-19 Outbreak Healio Primary Care has issued a warning to primary care providers regarding the potential increase in alcohol consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Alcohol consumption during COVID-19 pandemic: What PCPs need to know” focuses on the increase in alcohol consumption and the potential health problems that …

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How Does Alcohol Affect the Immune System?

How Quitting Drinking Can Help Strengthen Your Immune System According to the Mayo Clinic, people with unhealthy alcohol use including binge drinking or heavy alcohol consumption may be suffering from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Alcohol Use Disorder can have a number of adverse health effects including liver disease, digestive problems, and heart problems. AUD can also …

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The Dangers of Heavy Drinking During Quarantine

How Alcohol Can Cause Additional Harm During Coronavirus Lockdown The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions to nearly every aspect of people’s life. Uncertainty over the economy and the length of the pandemic have led to concerns that people may turn to alcohol. The World Health Organization Europe (WHO/Europe) has issued a statement reminding people that …

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In Times of Economic Difficulty, Alcohol Use Increases

Studies show connection between Economic Hardship and Heavy Alcohol Consumption The future of the American Economy is uncertain to say the least. In the latest figures released by the United States Department of Labor over 6.6 million people filed for unemployment in a single week. According to the Department of Labor: “The COVID-19 virus continues …

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