Dr. Simon Rego answers the question: 'Can Alcohol Help Me Cope With Stress?' — -- Question: I like to drink alcohol to help me cope with stress, and just about everyone else I know seems to do it ...

Alcohol is often used as a sleep aid – with some people crediting a "nightcap" with helping them fall asleep more easily. But while it might be nice to unwind after a long day with a glass of wine or ...

Alcohol consumption has always been a controversial topic in medicine. Consumption of large amounts of alcohol can lead to hepatotoxicity, heart disease, cancer, and immune disruption. However, ...

Increase the risk of chronic (long-term) hypertension (high blood pressure): Regularly drinking alcohol can prevent receptors in the brain from functioning properly, which stops the body from ...

The blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy may help people cut back on drinking, new research published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry suggests. In a study of around 228,000 people in Sweden who had ...

Alcohol use disorder is rising in adults ages 65 years and over. This is significant because, as we age, the body is less able to process alcohol, which could lead to drug interactions or changes to ...