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WEATHER ALERT

2 rip current statements in effect for Duval, Coastal, Inland and Nassau, Coastal, Inland Regions

ALCOHOL


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Reasons to drink less this patio season

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While it might be tempting to enjoy the weather with a beer or glass of wine, it’s important to be mindful of how much you’re drinking.

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Don’t drink your way to disease

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Consuming alcohol occasionally is generally OK. But if you drink a lot, you are putting your health at risk.

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Alcohol raises risk of heart disease in women, study finds

Read full article: Alcohol raises risk of heart disease in women, study finds

A recent study found that women who drank at least eight alcoholic beverages per week were 33% to 51% more likely to develop heart disease.

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Benefits of reducing your alcohol intake

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According to the CDC, excessive alcohol use is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States.

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Toast to dry January: Sober start to 2024

Read full article: Toast to dry January: Sober start to 2024

This month has been dubbed dry January. Almost one in three people pledge to give up alcohol for the start of 2024. But can staying sober for 31 days really impact your health? You might be surprised how giving up booze can impact your body.

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How to successfully go sober for 'Dry January'

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The New Year has arrived and so has Dry January, which was created to encourage people to give up alcohol for the month.

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Raise a glass to a healthy new year

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Consumer Reports has tips to incorporate a favorite wine, beer or cocktail into your happy and healthy celebrations.

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New Year’s Eve plans? Try these hangover cures that work

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If you have big plans for New Year’s Eve, you might want to plan for the morning after, too.

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Safety Warning: Drunk driving crashes spike during holiday season

Read full article: Safety Warning: Drunk driving crashes spike during holiday season

Between family gatherings and popping the cork on New Year's Eve, the holidays can often lead to temptation for people struggling with sobriety.

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America’s Alcohol Crisis: 12% of deaths between ages of 20-64 caused by alcohol abuse

Read full article: America’s Alcohol Crisis: 12% of deaths between ages of 20-64 caused by alcohol abuse

Americans are smack dab in the middle of an alcohol crisis. Twelve percent of deaths between the ages of 20 and 64 are caused by alcohol abuse.

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Hidden dangers of alcohol: What you need to know

Read full article: Hidden dangers of alcohol: What you need to know

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of Americans aged 18 and older regularly consume alcohol. And nearly 17% of adults binge drink. But too much alcohol can cause more problems than you might realize.

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No amount of alcohol safe for heart, report says

Read full article: No amount of alcohol safe for heart, report says

For years, there have been claims that red wine can be good for your heart, but the World Heart Federation argues otherwise.

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Alcohol-induced deaths rose 26% from 2019 to 2020, CDC finds

Read full article: Alcohol-induced deaths rose 26% from 2019 to 2020, CDC finds

As alcoholism continues to affect thousands of Americans, David Sallette is helping people in Jacksonville get help.

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Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictions

Read full article: Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictions

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says additction happens gradually, but it always begins with experimentation.

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No amount of alcohol safe for heart, report says

Read full article: No amount of alcohol safe for heart, report says

For years, there have been claims that red wine can be good for your heart, but the World Heart Federation argues otherwise.

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Should you do ‘Dry January?’ We asked a doctor

Read full article: Should you do ‘Dry January?’ We asked a doctor

Are you considering trying Dry January, the annual initiative to stop drinking for the first month of the new year?

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ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, FedEx launch same day alcohol delivery

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Floridians can now get alcohol and their favorites from ABC Fine Wine & Spirits delivered right to their doorstep. ABC Fine Wine & Spirits officially launched its own statewide, same-day delivery service Monday, powered by FedEx® SameDay City. “We’re certain the trusted and high-level service FedEx provides will enhance same-day alcohol delivery and we’re thrilled to be the first to provide this service through FedEx SameDay City for most Florida guests,” Charles Bailes III, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits CEO, said. ABC Delivers started same-day delivery with FedEx SameDay City in Florida’s largest markets including the greater Orlando area east to Daytona, Tampa/St. “With this new offering, ABC customers can get the superior selection of fine wines and spirits ABC offers with the convenience, reliability and speed of FedEx SameDay City.”The service is available exclusively through online purchases made using abcfws.com.

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Airlines ban alcohol on planes in response to Covid-19

Read full article: Airlines ban alcohol on planes in response to Covid-19

Alcohol sales may have boomed during lockdown, but our return to air travel will be an altogether more sobering experience. Airlines including Easyjet and KLM in Europe, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines in the United States, and Asia's Virgin Australia, are suspending all or part of their alcoholic drinks service in response to Covid-19. Food service will resume gradually in coming months. Alcohol isn't off the menu, though -- it's chosen to ax its hot drinks service instead, throughout July. The AmericasDelta Airlines isn't serving alcohol on domestic flights or within the Americas, but beer, wine and spirits can be found on all other international flights.

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