The tide has largely turned against alcohol. Drinking, at least in moderation, was once seen as a harmless—or even healthy—indulgence that could strengthen your heart and even lengthen your lifespan.

In Missouri, heart disease remains a leading cause of hospitalization. Alcohol-related complications often show up late. By ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. How many alcoholic drinks do you have in an entire week? Five, seven, 10? More? If you have one drink a day, your health could be ...

Alcohol has many negative effects on our health, some of which may surprise you. These include short-term impacts such as waking up with a pounding head or anxiety, to long-term effects including ...

Federal health officials have withdrawn a government report warning that even small amounts of alcohol could raise the risk of cancer and other serious health problems. The move has sparked tons of ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A study led by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) has found that the personality traits, substance use habits and mental health status of long-term partners can enhance or ...

Researchers came to Dr. Chris Knowles’ school in England when he was 18 years old to run an experiment. They wanted to see which novice drinkers responded the most to alcohol and who would later go on ...

Cardiovascular tests performed during primary care visits may give evidence of increasing alcohol use, which could help clinicians identify and treat risky drinking behaviors early. The findings ...

Does Alcohol Always Cause Fatty Liver? People abroad drink a lot of alcohol, yet their livers remain healthy. In India, even those who don't drink alcohol can experience liver problems. Let's explain ...

Alcohol slows brain activity, making you feel sleepy and relaxed. Drinking alcohol often disrupts your sleep quality, leading to more awakenings and less restorative sleep. Pacing yourself and ...

Women are increasingly seeking support as health professionals, advocates and others note the changing face of alcoholism.

A growing body of research says that no amount of alcohol is good for our fitness and health. It’s time to rethink our relationship with booze.