Alcohol Awareness during COVID-19
Alcohol Awareness during COVID-19 U.S. Army By Christina Lopez-Kimble, USAG Ansbach Army Substance Abuse Program April 8, 2020 ANSBACH, Germany (April 7, 2020) — The U.S. Army Garrison (USAG) Ansbach Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP), would like to raise public awareness on the negative impact that high-risk drinking can have on the Community, and to […]
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month Moderation is Especially Important! Public Action Management By Pamela Erickson April 6, 2020 It’s Alcohol Awareness Month and alcohol is selling like hotcakes! With most people in a “lock-down” situation, we don’t know if the increase is a need to replenish supplies or a desire to numb the pain of […]
Hangover Drug Appears Effective To ‘Erase Alcohol Very Quickly’
Hangover Drug Appears Effective To ‘Erase Alcohol Very Quickly’ Medical Daily By Darwin Malicdem April 8, 2020 A popular hangover drug has been found effective to reduce the effects of alcohol after a hard party. Researchers said ampelopsin’s effects go beyond reducing headaches since it could also protect the liver and prevent alcohol-related harm. The […]
Yes, Liquor Stores Are Essential Businesses (opinion)
Yes, Liquor Stores Are Essential Businesses (opinion) Keeping them open can help people with alcohol use disorder avoid withdrawal symptoms, including tremors, hallucinations and seizures Scientific American By Max Jordan Nguemeni Tiako, Kelsey C. Priest April 7, 2020 In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, access to alcohol will likely become limited due to social-distancing measures mandated […]
Governments Taking A Stand on Drinking During Lockdown
Governments Taking A Stand on Drinking During Lockdown Is alcohol consumption an essential during COVID-19? Unreserved By Sandeep Dhanoa April 7, 2020 There’s nothing wrong with enjoying a drink or two at home after a long day at work. But what about drinking during lockdown? As we spend our days stuck within four walls, should […]
States Are Being Urged to Ban Alcohol Sales During the Pandemic
States Are Being Urged to Ban Alcohol Sales During the Pandemic Heavy. By Eric Francis April 6, 2020 A sudden and noticeable increase in domestic violence, not just in the United States but around the world, has some urging states to consider banning alcohol sales for how ever long the COVID-91 coronavirus pandemic is going to force Americans […]
As sales of booze spike worldwide during Covid-19 lockdown, should more be done to limit consumption?
As sales of booze spike worldwide during Covid-19 lockdown, should more be done to limit consumption? Euroweekly By Tara Rippin April 5, 2020 AS the nation is forced to stay indoors amid the coronavirus pandemic, it’s hardly surprising alcohol sales have soared, prompting some countries to ban buying booze completely amid fears of a spike […]
Prohibition Makes a Comeback
Prohibition Makes a Comeback Pennsylvania shuts down liquor stores. Panic buying ensues. Source: WSJ By The Editorial Board April 6, 2020 The roaring 1920s and the so far deplorable 2020s already have one misguided policy in common. As state and local officials work to limit the spread of the coronavirus, some have ordered the closure […]
VA: As alcohol sales increase, some doctors concerned about isolation as trigger for addicts
VA: As alcohol sales increase, some doctors concerned about isolation as trigger for addicts FOX 5 By Evan Lambert March 31, 2020 ARLINGTON, Va. (FOX 5 DC) – According to the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority, total sales at ABC stores in the Commonwealth are up 59 percent year-to-year, which has some doctors concerned about increased drinking during […]
Pennsylvania firefighters discover massive underage party amid coronavirus lockdown
Pennsylvania firefighters discover massive underage party amid coronavirus lockdown Source: https://www.foxnews.com/ Danielle Wallace April 5, 2020 Firefighters responding to a call about a man being assaulted in the woods in rural Pennsylvania discovered about 100 young people partying in violation of the state’s coronavirus stay-at-home order. Members of the Grindstone Volunteer Fire Department found the […]