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Neuroscientists take new approach to addiction research with focus on quantifying craving in the brain

A new article in JAMA Psychiatry details the first step in revealing how craving works in the brain. Scientists at the Center for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas are the first to propose a systematic and quantitative model for drug addiction research.

4 May 2017

Day-to-day stressors can increase illegal drug use among people on probation or parole

A recent study finds that even small, day-to-day stressors can cause an increase in illegal drug use among people on probation or parole who have a history of substance use.

3 May 2017

Moderate cardiorespiratory fitness can protect from fatty liver

According to a new Finnish study, cardiorespiratory fitness is inversely related to risk of fatty liver. The research was conducted at the University of Turku, Finland, and shows that, despite the person's weight, achieving moderate cardiorespiratory fitness can protect from fatty liver.

3 May 2017

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

While the crack cocaine epidemic peaked in the late 1980's, its effects are still causing harm to an estimated 3 million teenagers and young adults exposed to the stimulant in the womb.

3 May 2017

Standardized cigarette packaging may reduce number of people who smoke

According to the World Health Organization, tobacco use kills more people worldwide than any other preventable cause of death. Global health experts believe the best way to reduce tobacco use is by stopping people starting to use tobacco, and encouraging and helping existing users to stop.

3 May 2017

Researchers uncover new mechanism that explains cause of portal hypertension

Investigators at the Medical University of South Carolina have identified a critical regulatory mechanism for the production of nitric oxide. Endothelial nitric oxide synthase is the enzyme responsible for the production of NO and its activity is tightly controlled in liver endothelial cells via a series of complex molecular mechanisms; however, in liver injury, eNOS activity, and subsequently NO production, is dysregulated.

3 May 2017

Aspirin used in “baby” doses may prevent breast cancer, study suggests

A new study led by City of Hope researchers has found that regular use of low-dose aspirin (81mg) reduces breast cancer risk in women. Led by Leslie Bernstein, the team found that women who took the low-dose aspirin, also known as “baby” aspirin, at least three times per week had an overall 16% reduced risk of developing breast cancer.

2 May 2017

Alcohol consumption linked to elevated risk of breast cancer in African-American women

Alcohol consumption was associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in a large study of African-American women, indicating that they, like white women, may benefit from limiting alcohol.

1 May 2017

Study highlights importance of educating family members on opioid overdoses and naloxone use

Family members are often the ones who administer naloxone during an opioid overdose and should be considered as part of the larger response to help curb fatal overdoses.

28 Apr 2017

Study suggests ‘synergistic’ link between exercise and vitamin D for better heart health

Johns Hopkins researchers report that an analysis of survey responses and health records of more than 10,000 American adults for nearly 20 years suggests a "synergistic" link between exercise and good vitamin D levels in reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

27 Apr 2017

Standardized tobacco packaging may reduce smoking prevalence, review finds

A Cochrane Review published today finds standardized tobacco packaging may lead to a reduction in smoking prevalence and reduces the appeal of tobacco.

27 Apr 2017

Study finds increase in illicit cannabis use and disorders after states passed medical marijuana laws

Illicit cannabis use and cannabis use disorders increased at a greater rate in states that passed medical marijuana laws than in other states, according to new research at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health and Columbia University Medical Center.

27 Apr 2017

New study to explore link between binge drinking and cardiovascular disease in young adults

University of Illinois at Chicago researchers are conducting a study to determine whether binge drinking is related to cardiovascular disease in young adults who are not predisposed to the condition.

26 Apr 2017

Study reveals promising results for primary liver cancer patients treated with SIR-Spheres Y-90 resin microspheres

Patients with advanced or inoperable Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) who usually received one or two treatments with liver-directed SIR-Spheres Y-90 resin microspheres in the 459-patient French SARAH study had similar survival compared to patients who received standard twice-daily systemic treatment with sorafenib, but with less than half the number and significantly fewer severe treatment-related adverse effects and significantly better Quality of Life, according to data presented here at The International Liver Congress™ 2017.

26 Apr 2017

Adult street racers 5 times more likely to crash their vehicle than other drivers, study shows

Ontarians who have street-raced at least once in the past year are five times more likely than other drivers to have crashed their vehicle at some point during those 12 months.

26 Apr 2017

Enzyme treatment may prevent or reduce liver damage caused by excess alcohol consumption

An intestinal enzyme previously shown to keep bacterial toxins from passing from the gastrointestinal system into the bloodstream may be able to prevent or reduce the liver damage caused by excess alcohol consumption.

25 Apr 2017

New grant to support research on mental health needs of Pacific Islanders

Pacific Islanders are persons who trace their roots to the native peoples of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands. Although they make up the third fastest growing racial group in the U.S., their mental health needs and attitudes regarding mental illness are poorly understood.

25 Apr 2017

Statins may provide favorable outcomes to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis

Infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) can lead to cirrhosis as well as liver cancer. A Hepatology study from Taiwan has found that statins may provide benefits to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis.

24 Apr 2017

Researchers identify obesity as leading cause of preventable life-years lost

A team of researchers from Cleveland Clinic and New York University School of Medicine have found that obesity resulted in as much as 47 percent more life-years lost than tobacco, and tobacco caused similar life-years lost as high blood pressure.

24 Apr 2017

Survey finds nearly 60% of seniors using cell phones while driving

The distracted driving habits of young drivers have received a lot of media attention, with reports of Snapchatting, tweeting, texting and other dangerous behaviors. However, there has been a lack of data on whether seniors also engage in these behaviors behind the wheel.

21 Apr 2017

Alcohol News and Research

Neuroscientists take new approach to addiction research with focus on quantifying craving in the brain

Day-to-day stressors can increase illegal drug use among people on probation or parole

Moderate cardiorespiratory fitness can protect from fatty liver

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

Standardized cigarette packaging may reduce number of people who smoke

Researchers uncover new mechanism that explains cause of portal hypertension

Aspirin used in “baby” doses may prevent breast cancer, study suggests

Alcohol consumption linked to elevated risk of breast cancer in African-American women

Study highlights importance of educating family members on opioid overdoses and naloxone use

Study suggests ‘synergistic’ link between exercise and vitamin D for better heart health

Standardized tobacco packaging may reduce smoking prevalence, review finds

Study finds increase in illicit cannabis use and disorders after states passed medical marijuana laws

New study to explore link between binge drinking and cardiovascular disease in young adults

Study reveals promising results for primary liver cancer patients treated with SIR-Spheres Y-90 resin microspheres

Adult street racers 5 times more likely to crash their vehicle than other drivers, study shows

Enzyme treatment may prevent or reduce liver damage caused by excess alcohol consumption

New grant to support research on mental health needs of Pacific Islanders

Statins may provide favorable outcomes to patients with HBV- or HCV-related cirrhosis

Researchers identify obesity as leading cause of preventable life-years lost

Survey finds nearly 60% of seniors using cell phones while driving

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