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Major study debunks myth that moderate drinking can be healthy
Blood pressure and stroke risk rise steadily the more alcohol people drink, and previous claims that one or two drinks a day might protect against stroke are not true, according to the results of a major genetic study.
Source: Reuters: Health - April 4, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: healthNews Source Type: news

Alcohol, caffeine are common triggers of irregular heart rhythm
(Reuters Health) - The most common triggers of atrial fibrillation - an irregular heart rhythm that's a leading cause of stroke - are avoidable behaviors like drinking alcohol or coffee, a recent study suggests.
Source: Reuters: Health - March 29, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: healthNews Source Type: news