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Glass of wine, beer daily enough to raise cancer, heart disease risk: study

Glass of wine, beer daily enough to raise cancer, heart disease risk: study

By Stephen Beech One glass of wine or pint of beer a day is enough to increase the risk of cancer and heart disease, warns new research. Even what most people consider a "moderate" or sensible level of alcohol intake "substantially" elevates the dangers of dying

Young adults are rewriting rules of summer drinking

Young adults are rewriting rules of summer drinking

Young Americans aren’t opting out of summer drinking — they’re redefining how they do it, according to new data. A recent survey of 2,000 21+ Americans who drink alcohol found that Gen Z respondents were the most likely to say they plan to consume alcohol when celebrating at

Denmark’s ‘hands-off’ approach to parenting could offer a blueprint for raising more resilient, self-reliant kids

Denmark’s ‘hands-off’ approach to parenting could offer a blueprint for raising more resilient, self-reliant kids

Much has been written about Denmark’s consistently high scores in global happiness rankings, so it might not come as a surprise that Denmark is also rated the best place to raise children, according to U.S. News and World Report. The small Scandinavian nation also scores near the top

Montana Sees 7.5 Percentage Point Drop in Alcohol Use Since Peak in 2012

Montana Sees 7.5 Percentage Point Drop in Alcohol Use Since Peak in 2012

Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of adults choosing to drink less—or not at all. Public health experts point to a combination of factors driving this trend, including increased awareness of alcohol’s health risks, the expansion of cannabis

Do parents who drink influence their kids’ future alcohol habits?

Do parents who drink influence their kids’ future alcohol habits?

By Stephen Beech Parents' boozy habits really do rub off on their children, according to new research. The alcohol and drug use of moms and dads has a major influence on their children's future consumption, the study suggests. But stricter parenting styles can break the “like father,

Ski bum employed (for first time ever) in drug enforcement

Ski bum employed (for first time ever) in drug enforcement

DISCLAIMER: This is a satirical piece. It does not necessarily represent the views of the Exponent or its writers and should not be construed as truth. Recent MSU graduate and self-proclaimed ski bum Brogan ‘Pow’ Shredder is now the first University president of safety and drug enforcement. According to

Is even the occasional night out bad for your liver?

Is even the occasional night out bad for your liver?

By Stephen Beech Even occasional binge drinking may triple the risk of liver damage, warns new research. Just the odd session of drinking can cause harm for moderate drinkers, according to the study. Scientists described their findings as a "huge wake-up call" for those who enjoy a