Age 60 means an average of 42 units for older alcoholics, when knocking back far more booze than the younger ones.
The research, led by Linda Ginzer of Ohio State University and carried out in late November by the Gerontology Society of America, examined data from 43,000 people between 2000 and 2001, of whom 10,000 were over 60.
Cognitive Problems Occur More Rapidly in Female Alcoholics Than in Males
A new study shows that female alcoholics may also sustain greater cognitive damage than male alcoholics.
A new study shows that female alcoholics may also sustain greater cognitive damage than male alcoholics.
Alcoholics over 60 tend to drink an average of 42.5 drink units weekly compared to those aged 22-39 who down about 28 a week.
The study used a standard formula that defines one drink as five ounces of wine (0.14 liter), 12 ounces of beer (0.34 liters) or 1.5 ounces of hard liquor.
Challenges in Treating Alcohol-Use Disorders and Tuberculosis
An innovative program that will deliver alcohol treatment as part of routine TB care has been designed by American and Russian researchers.
An innovative program that will deliver alcohol treatment as part of routine TB care has been designed by American and Russian researchers.
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Alcoholism in Undergrads may be Tackled by Web-Based Screening
Researchers have said that web-based screening and personalized interventions can help fight the menace of alcoholism among undergraduate students.
Researchers have said that web-based screening and personalized interventions can help fight the menace of alcoholism among undergraduate students.
24-hour Drinking Culture Responsible for Increase in Incidence of Cancers
The 24-hour drinking culture in Britain has led to an increase in the incidence of various cancers; more specifically oral cancer and that of the esophagus.
The 24-hour drinking culture in Britain has led to an increase in the incidence of various cancers; more specifically oral cancer and that of the esophagus.
