To booze or not to booze, that is the question (this new survey just asked)
According to the survey, 57% of drinkers believe their alcohol consumption does not increase their personal risk of serious health problems.
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She ran the New York City Marathon drunk. And she'd do it again
Justine Huang took as much food and drinks from spectators at the New York City Marathon as she could — and has no regrets.
How Red Lobster got cooked and other indicators
Indicators of the Week is back! On today's episode, we discuss Red Lobster's bankruptcy, the rancid vibes of the U.S. economy, and a surprising shift in vices among Americans.
Beer in Britain's pubs just got cheaper, thanks to changes in the alcohol tax
The U.K. has lowered taxes on draft beers in pubs, in what it's calling its biggest shakeup to alcohol tax in a century. But taxes on other alcoholic beverages are rising, so not everyone is cheering.
Dispatches From Within: To know that other people saw me like that
WFDD's Radio 101 has chosen to use initials in the following story due to the sensitive subject matter and to protect the students' privacy.
Alcohol Use Linked To Over 740,000 Cancer Cases Last Year, New Study Says
Most people don't realize alcohol consumption can cause cancer. A report in Lancet Oncology shows how big a risk factor it is for esophageal, mouth, larynx, colon, rectum, liver and breast cancers.
Alcohol Delivery Company Drizly Sees Sales Jump Amid Election Wait
Americans found comfort in wine, liquor and beer while awaiting the election results, according to an online delivery company. Its Election Day sales were up about 68% compared with recent Tuesdays.
Americans Are Drinking 14% More Often During Pandemic, Study Finds
The study compared drinking habits of adults age 30-80 with their habits a year earlier. The study found the increase is most pronounced among women, for whom days with heavy drinking spiked by 41%.
Hangover From Alcohol Boom Could Last Long After Pandemic Ends
Americans are drinking far more during the COVID-19 pandemic. A beer in the evening can feel like a taste of normal life, but health experts worry about alcohol's deadly side effects.
How Bars Are Fueling COVID-19 Outbreaks
To owners of bars and nightclubs, pandemic restrictions on the industry can feel punitive. But there are important differences, virus hunters say, between a bar and a restaurant that serves alcohol.