The excessive alcohol levels required to cause a blackout can damage organs like the liver and harm brain cells. During a blackout, individuals are vulnerable to accidents, injuries, or exposure ...

The Navy quietly started screening elite fighter pilots for signs of brain injuries caused by flying, a risk it officially ...

Among very heavy drinkers, alcohol metabolism and the resulting inflammation may even contribute to serious brain damage, ...

During that time, lots of alcohol in the "queue" is spilling out into our bloodstream, running around the body and infiltrating the brain, biding time until the liver is ready for it. This is how ...

Alcohol is the intoxicating ingredient that is present in wine, beer, and spirits. It is a depressant, which means that when it reaches the brain, it slows down the body’s systems. The short ...

Alcohol use disorder, which affects over 10% of Americans, can lead to persistent and serious insomnia. Difficulties falling ...

Researchers have identified brain circuits disrupted by prenatal alcohol exposure, which may explain the cognitive ...

The impacts of alcohol on the brain extend beyond learning impairments ... and increased susceptibility to injury. Excessive alcohol consumption is also linked to an increased risk of developing ...