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Treating addiction | National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Research in Context  March 24, 2026 Research leads to more effective medications and psychotherapies Alcohol and drug addiction can cause many harms. This Research in Context feature looks at research into the causes of addiction and new ways to treat it. Addiction affects millions of people nationwide. marjan4782 / Adobe Stock Addiction is a serious public … Read more

Impact of excessive alcohol consumption on digestive health

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Excessive alcohol consumption is a significant public health concern, responsible for approximately 6% of all deaths and contributing to 5.1% of the global disease burden. Alcohol use is a major risk factor for over 200 diseases, including liver cirrhosis, pancreatitis, and esophageal cancer, with a particularly high incidence of gastrointestinal diseases. More than 50% of … Read more