New popular weight-loss and anti-diabetes drugs may reduce the rate of opioid overdose or alcohol intoxication in people with substance use disorders, according to a new study. The research, published ...

The prevalence of substance use disorders, such as opioid and alcohol use disorders, has created a significant public health crisis. In the United States, drug overdose deaths surged from 18,000 in ...

A new study published Thursday found that groundbreaking weight loss and diabetes medications also combat opioid-use disorder and alcohol misuse disorder. This is the second study this fall to suggest ...

Medical emergencies often present symptoms that people might mistake for alcohol intoxication. This confusion can lead to delayed treatment and serious consequences. Understanding these conditions ...

Call 911 immediately if you spot signs of alcohol poisoning. Roll someone with alcohol poisoning on their side to prevent ...

A gel based on a milk protein drastically reduced the level of alcohol in the blood of intoxicated mice. With further research, it could one day be used to tackle the harmful effects of excessive ...

A string of deaths in Laos tied to tainted alcohol has raised alarm around the world and renewed concerns about methanol in alcoholic drinks. Last week, six tourists died in Laos from a suspected ...