A new study suggests that weight-loss surgery can change how the body responds to alcohol.

Alcohol doesn't just affect the liver. Neurologist explains how regular drinking impacts memory, concentration, sleep, ...

For many people, happy hour is a time for cocktails and conversation, usually in that order. But alcohol consumption may impact appropriate social behavior by altering the power of perception.

Scientists found alcohol has opposite effects on the Alzheimer's brain—and the results left researchers stunned.

Those partial to a pint may be relieved to know a modest of amount of weak beer may actually be beneficial ...

Drinking too much alcohol can negatively affect kidney function. Excessive alcohol consumption is a well-known risk factor for developing chronic kidney disease (CKD). Doctors often recommend that ...

Many of us have been there: After a long day at work, we're looking for something to help us wind down, and many of us might reach for a glass of wine or a favorite cocktail (even more so on the ...

Drinking causes 1 in every 20 deaths worldwide. Perversely, because its harms are so widespread and longstanding and well ...

Note: While research on alcohol is evolving, the World Health Organization says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. If you have ulcerative colitis (UC), you probably have a good ...

Note: While research on alcohol is evolving, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drinking less or not at all is better for your health. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the ...

New research shows how alcohol helped shape ancient societies by boosting cooperation, bonding, and early political ...