Aims

To support the free and open dissemination of research findings and information on alcoholism and alcohol-related problems. To encourage open access to peer-reviewed articles free for all to view.

For full versions of posted research articles readers are encouraged to email requests for "electronic reprints" (text file, PDF files, FAX copies) to the corresponding or lead author, who is highlighted in the posting.

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Friday, January 26, 2007

Alcohol and Health: Current Evidence Jan-Feb 2007


Current Issue: January-February 2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ALCOHOL AND HEALTH
OUTCOMES
Moderate Drinking Lowers MI Risk in Men With Healthy Lifestyles, 1
Drinking Increases the Risk ofSunburn, 1
Randomized Trial Shows Patients With Diabetes and MI BenefitFrom Red Wine, 2
Cabernet Sauvignon Reduces Brain Amyloid Deposits in Mice, 3
Early-Onset Alcohol DependenceIs More Severe, 3
Heavy Drinking May Quicken HIVProgression, 3
As Per Capital Alcohol Consumption Increases, So Does SicknessAbsence, 4

ASSESSMENTS/INTERVENTIONS
Brief Intervention in Primary Care: Does It Really Work in Practice?, 4
Can Treatment or AA Lower Mortality Risk in People With Alcohol Use Disorders?, 5
Naltrexone With Compliance Therapy Is No Better Than Placebo for Alcoholism, 5
Combined Carbamazepine and Tiapride for Alcohol Withdrawal, 5

SPECIAL POPULATIONS
Does Alcohol Increase Risk of Attempted Suicide and Suicidal Ideation in Black Adults?, 6